Bruce Ferguson Curates Domestic Objects as Art Exhibition at Mary Boone Gallery

In 2005, Bruce Ferguson, who heads the School of the Arts at Columbia University, curated a group exhibition at Mary Boone Gallery in New York. This event explored how common objects like lamps, chairs, and pots can be reimagined as art, losing their original function and becoming sought-after items. Notable pieces included Ken Price’s delicate clay sculptures, Sachio Hitare’s "Obi Bench" made of lacquer, and Josiah McElheny’s reflective "Total Reflective Abstractions," all showcasing this transition to luxury decor. Tom Friedman’s reworked school chair, which fetched $95,000, alongside Lee Bontecou's rugged creation, raised questions about form and function, ultimately highlighting the evolving relationship between art and craft. The exhibition took place at 745 5th Avenue, New York, NY 10151.