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Open today 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
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Through September 5
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Artists Reimagining the Collection
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Making Happy, AKA Exit 43

1998

Justine Kurland

Associated Names

Justine Kurland

Artist, American, born 1969

The image shows an elevated view looking down at a rusted, abandoned car on a grassy area. In the background, there is a bridge extending from the left, casting shadows. The scene captures sharp details of dried grass and rust, with earthy tones dominating the color palette. Leafless trees and low-hanging clouds are visible in the distance. A dog with a rich brown coat is seen near the abandoned car.

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Artwork overview

Medium

chromogenic print
Credit Line

Gift of the Heather and Tony Podesta Collection
Dimensions

image: 75.88 x 99.06 cm (29 7/8 x 39 in.)
Accession Number

2009.131.35

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Heather and Tony Podesta, Washington, DC; gift to NGA, 2009.

Associated Names

Heather and Tony Podesta

Wikidata ID

Q64156149

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