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Tom Schmelzer: More Meat on the Bone by Doug Black

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The work of Tom Schmelzer is unequivocally conceptual, but the actual concept is often left up for debate. His previous work has dealt explicitly with American culture, including their Commander in Chief, but his upcoming solo exhibition, "More Meat on the Bone," subsists on veiled references. Take the installation "Caught in the Line" (pictured), which incorporates three Australian parrots, three bird cages, tank targets and an air gun with ammunition. Presumably, one must see to understand. (Click image for detail.)

More Meat on the Bone
28 March-10 May, 2008
Hunchentoot Gallery
Choriner Strasse 8
Berlin 10119 map
Germany
tel. +49 (0)30 4172 5430

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This entry posted on 21 March 2008 at 4:50 PM
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