In its everyday usage, the table offers a place for rest, debate, conviviality and reverie; characteristics that have led it to feature in the work of many sculptors and artists. In fact, the table seems to have been subject to an expanding range of explorations and interpretations within the realm of fine art. Examples abound, including Constantin Brancusi’s symbol of peace (“Table of Silence,” 1938), Anthony Caro’s “Table Pieces” (1966-69), Judy Chicago’s emblem of equality (“The Dinner Party,” 1974-9) and Giancarlo Neri’s 30 metre high “The Writer” (2005). As these examples suggest, such explorations have a tendency to engage with the
table’s socio-cultural and political connotations.
A collaborative work between Anthony Heywood and Uwe Derksen in 2011, the Table suggests metaphor and meaning. At the same time it is a physical manifestation of co-creation, art and labour.
It is to be placed in areas of political and social relevance to facilitate dialogue.
Yeah right. That patch of grass at the back of Morrisons ' an area of political and social relevance'. LMAO.
Ye Gods! Who writes this rubbish? (and how much are these toilers in the art industry paid with our money?)