2000' Shadow Projection — Dennis Oppenheim

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Artist: Dennis Oppenheim
Date: 1972
Medium: 35mm chromogenic transparencies (160), sound
Location: Art Institute of Chicago
Dimensions: Dimensions variable
Collection: Photography and Media
Culture: United States
Credit line: Photography Associates Fund

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Dennis Oppenheim

Dennis Oppenheim challenged the boundaries of art, from plowing snow across the US-Canada border to creating sculptures that breathe fire.

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