Termitaria
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| Termitaria | 2001 | Stranding of 850 romance novels | inimitables |
| Artwork, image and photography © Perdita Phillips | the nonhuman | ||
| In collaboration with Many Termites | |||
| Books approximately 20 x 15 x 2 cm | installation POA | ||
| Remains of 850 romance novels | |||
| Project: Termitaria | 1996–2001 | UK, Australia | |
| Exhibition: Termitaria II Fragmented Islands | 2001 | Ballidu Art Lodge, Ballidu | |
In this artwork 850 romance novels were buried for one year. The novels were subject to the forces of mould and termites. Many of the stories were completely consumed. The remains were excavated and samples were kept of the sculptures produced.