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Preview image of work. Pumice construction block, Fresnel lens system, wood, leather & transistor radio,  The Block Head 19793

2010.17

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The Block Head

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Artist

Edward and Nancy Reddin Kienholz

Title

The Block Head

Creation Date

1979

Century

late 20th century

Dimensions

14 1/4 in. x 8 9/16 in. x 11 11/16 in. (36.2 cm x 21.75 cm x 29.69 cm)

Classification

Sculpture

Creation Place

North America, United States

Medium and Support

Pumice construction block, Fresnel lens system, wood, leather & transistor radio

Credit Line

Museum Purchase, Lloyd O. and Marjorie Strong Coulter Fund

Copyright

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Accession Number

2010.17


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