Geoffrey Farmer's Leaves of Grass Installation Commissioned for dOCUMENTA (13)

Geoffrey Farmer created Leaves of Grass in 2012, a work commissioned and produced specifically for dOCUMENTA (13). The installation incorporates Life magazines spanning from 1935 to 1985, tall grass, wood, and glue, with dimensions that vary. The piece was documented on artcritical's website on June 24, 2012. Farmer's work represents a significant contribution to the contemporary art exhibition dOCUMENTA (13), known for showcasing innovative and large-scale installations by leading international artists. The use of archival materials like Life magazines reflects Farmer's practice of engaging with historical ephemera and cultural memory. dOCUMENTA (13) took place in Kassel, Germany, continuing the tradition of this quinquennial exhibition that began in 1955. The commission demonstrates the curatorial vision of dOCUMENTA (13) to present ambitious new works that respond to the exhibition's themes and context. Farmer's Leaves of Grass exemplifies the artist's approach to collage and assemblage, transforming found materials into complex sculptural forms that invite contemplation of time, history, and nature.