500 Pounds of Common Earth, 1 metre cubed, Transylvania to London, 1999 ... by Roman Vasseur

Published 2000
14 colour postcards, wrapped, 150x105mm
ISSN 1471-4493
limited edition: 250 copies
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This publication documents the journey of 1 cubic metre of earth excavated form the Borgo Pass, Transylvania by Roman Vasseur from its original location in Romania to London.

'This work transcends political commentary and gesture in its exploration of how an ordinary, banal substance such as soil from foreign parts can gather ideological and mythical baggage.' (David Burrows, Art Monthly)

Publication supported by The London Institute, Chelsea College of Art and Design

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