DAY’S END is a compelling visual record of a monumental public artwork by American contemporary art icon David Hammons, situated along the Hudson River in New York City. Conceived as an homage to Gordon Matta-Clark’s legendary work, this large-scale installation engages with space, memory, and urban history. Through poetic form and quiet power, Hammons’s structure becomes a meditation on presence and absence. Featuring extensive photography and insightful texts, the book unpacks the conceptual and cultural context behind this bold intervention—an understated yet profound monument at the intersection of art and city life.
Pages : 180 pages
Size : 17×24cm (hardcover)
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David Hammons, born in 1943 in Illinois, is a leading figure in contemporary American art. Grounded in his experience as an African American, his work incisively addresses issues of race, society, and power structures. Known for his use of found materials and everyday objects, Hammons creates installations and performances that often critique institutional frameworks and the commercialization of art. Rejecting traditional exhibition spaces, he frequently works in public settings and urban landscapes, establishing a singular presence within the field of contemporary art in the United States.
