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John Wells, Artist
This is one of the
ceramic artworks
in our collection.
It was made in
Whanganui, Whanganui Region, New Zealand
in 2000.
Measurements
440 x 265 x 170mm
Media
earthenware and stainless steel bolts
Description
Freestanding ceramic sculpture which has two posts with a round disc mounted on each. Each pole has a screw attached at the top. The two discs are facing each other and nearly touching. The discs look like disc insulators or head-phones. The sculpture is glazed in black with occasional areas of terracotta visible (in lines on the back of the discs, and in a circle at the base. The base between the vertical posts has geometric shapes attached supporting the posts with circular holes through each one.
Credit Line
Collection of the Sarjeant Gallery, Te Whare o Rehua Whanganui. Purchased, 2000
Collection Type
Permanent collection
Acquisition Date
21 Dec 2000