Gregor Schneider, Bondi Beach / 21 beach cells 2007

A free-standing work comprising of 21 identical cells measuring 4m x 4m, constructed of typical Australian fencing, with each containing amenities for visitors such as an air mattress, beach umbrella and garbage bag.

Gregor Schneider's art expresses the concerns and anxieties of today's world. Bondi Beach, his latest work, brings contemporary art to one of Australia's iconic landmarks.

The work brings into question the values that we associate with the sun, surf and sand image of the Australian beach, a place that has been traditionally associated with a relaxed, egalitarian society at leisure. With this new site-specific work, the audience is asked to consider the fundamental openness of Australian society and the freedoms and liberties we enjoy as citizens.

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• Gregor Schneider
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• 2007
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