Partially Buried Woodshed

1970

Robert Smithson

Associated Names
Robert Smithson

Artist, American, 1938 - 1973

Alex Gildzen

Editor, American, born 1943

This image shows a sketch of a structure partially covered by mounds of earth. The point of view is slightly elevated, displaying the partially buried woodshed as the central focus. There is no visible horizon line, emphasizing the woodshed and surrounding earth. The drawing consists of bold lines, giving an impression of spontaneity and immediacy. The color palette is monochromatic, using black ink on cream-colored paper. The words "Partially Buried Woodshed," "Kent State Ohio," and "Jan. 1970" are written along the top, providing context on location and time.
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Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1991

  • Tsai, Eugenie. Robert Smithson Unearthed: Drawings, Collages, Writings. New York, 1991: 181 repro.

Inscriptions

across top in print: Partially Buried Woodshed Kent State Ohio / Jan. 1970; lower left in print: R.Smithson

Wikidata ID

Q74896004

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