WAITING FOR GODOT
2020-2022
The work features a collection of hand-sculpted ceramic
clocks as a free interpretation of Samuel Beckett's play of the same title.
The plot : two men passing the time aimlessly, while waiting
for someone who never comes. An action based on what happens in the
non-action.
“ Estragon: — Charming spot.
(He turns, advances to front, halts facing auditorium.)
Inspiring prospects. (He turns to Vladimir.) Let’s go.
Vladimir: — We can’t.
Estragon: — Why not?
Vladimir: — We’re waiting for Godot.
Estragon: (despairingly) — Ah! (Pause.) You’re sure it was here?
Vladimir: — What?
Estragon: — That we were to wait”
Initially reflecting on a hypothetical 35-hour workweek for artists, the piece took on a new dimension during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Work
hand sculpted crank stoneware with quartz clock mechanism, delivered with certificate of authenticity
Exhibitions & publications
- Utile Ceramics, Paris - May 2021 - November 2022
- Super Sapin, La Tôlerie, Clermont-Ferrand - December 2021
- Damn° Magazine / issue 79 / page 200, "Take your Time", Autumn 2021
Purchase
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