Clay/ Worked into a Stone/ Edges to Catch the Passing Light/ Government Island, Virginia

October 16, 2003

Andy Goldsworthy

Associated Names
Andy Goldsworthy

Artist, British, born 1956

The image shows a high viewpoint looking down on a large, moss-covered rock surface. The rock is textured and greenish in color, occupying the central portion of the photograph. There is no visible horizon line. On the right side, the rock surface transitions into a dark area with some linear grooves. The color palette consists of muted greens and earthy tones, with variations in light. Some small plants and leaves are visible against the rock. The photograph captures the rugged texture and natural erosion patterns of the stone, emphasizing light and shadow.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    silver dye bleach print

  • Credit Line

    Patrons' Permanent Fund

  • Dimensions

    image: 42.55 × 127.64 cm (16 3/4 × 50 1/4 in.)
    sheet: 48.26 × 149.86 cm (19 × 59 in.)
    framed: 77.47 × 160.02 × 4.45 cm (30 1/2 × 63 × 1 3/4 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2004.74.1.4

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

The artist; NGA purchase, 2004.

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q64074297

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