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Spiral Staircase

2003

James Casebere

Associated Names

James Casebere

Artist, American, born 1953

This abstract artwork features a spiral staircase that ascends from the lower portion of the composition. The staircase is framed by curved walls. The lighting casts intricate patterns and reflections on the surfaces. The overall effect is a blend of architectural structure and fluid, abstract illumination.

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Artwork overview

Medium

chromogenic print
Credit Line

Gift of the Heather and Tony Podesta Collection
Dimensions

image: 227.33 × 176.53 cm (89 1/2 × 69 1/2 in.)
framed: 238.76 × 187.96 × 7.62 cm (94 × 74 × 3 in.)
Accession Number

2011.144.1

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Heather and Tony Podesta, Washington, DC; gift to NGA, 2011.

Associated Names

Podesta, Heather and Tony

Exhibition History

2013

West Building Concourse Gallery: James Casebere, April 8, 2013 - January 31, 2014.

Wikidata ID

Q64155430

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