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 sculpture is integrated into a natural setting, with its subject being a geometric or abstract form carved or placed into a large rock. The sculpture is made of a natural stone material and features a textured, ribbed section with a downward slope, contrasting against the smoother, moss-covered surface of the rock. The color of the sculpture ranges from earthy browns to greens, due to the presence of moss and the natural stone hues visible in sunlight. The presence of the sculpture amongst the woodland setting, surrounded by trees and ground cover, suggests it is part of a larger natural environment, giving it an appearance of blending into the landscape.
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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

    2004.74.1.2

Associated Artworks

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[[PLACEHOLDER ARTWORK]]

The image shows large moss-covered rocks on a forest floor. A dark rock with green moss stands out in the center. The ground is covered with fallen leaves and sparse vegetation. Tree trunks rise vertically in the background, alongside a slope. The color palette consists of earth tones like green, brown, and gray.

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

Andy Goldsworthy

2003

The sculpture in the image is a triangular shape placed between large, moss-covered rocks and a tree. It is made of a polished bronze or a similar metal, with parallel ridges creating a pattern of light and shadow. The surface reflects light, giving it a shiny appearance. The sculpture harmonizes with the natural setting, complementing the rocks and tree.

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

Andy Goldsworthy

2003

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

The artist; NGA purchase, 2004.

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q64074294

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