Bruce Jenkins Examines Gordon Matta-Clark's Conical Intersect in New Afterall Book
Afterall has released a new publication by Bruce Jenkins that centers on Gordon Matta-Clark's 1975 project, Conical Intersect. This work features a twisted, spiraling incision through two 17th-century buildings located next to the Centre Pompidou construction site. Characterized as a 'non-u-ment' of 'anarchitecture', it allowed light and air into the abandoned structures, sparking a conversation about the intersection of urban development and the role of art in public spaces. Jenkins delves into Matta-Clark's methodologies, proposals, and the transformative act of repurposing derelict buildings. The book also showcases rare photographs by French artist Marc Petitjean. Conical Intersect emphasizes sustainability and innovative reuse of architectural spaces. It can be found through MIT Press and is available for preview on Google Books.
Key facts
- Gordon Matta-Clark's Conical Intersect was created in 1975.
- The work was a cut into two seventeenth-century Paris buildings.
- The buildings were adjacent to the Centre Pompidou construction site.
- Bruce Jenkins wrote the book for Afterall's One Work series.
- The book includes photographs by Marc Petitjean.
- Conical Intersect is described as a 'non-u-ment' of 'anarchitecture'.
- The work focused on sustainability and creative reuse.
- The publication can be purchased via MIT Press.
Entities
Artists
- Gordon Matta-Clark
- Marc Petitjean
- Bruce Jenkins
Institutions
- Afterall
- Centre Pompidou
- MIT Press
- Google Books
Locations
- Paris
- France
Sources
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