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The yearning, lyrical text of Gupta's pattern poem underlines the abstract nature of border divisions. The high-visibility tape from which the letters are made draws attention to a more violent aspect of border politics, reminding us of security measures in the era of September 11th, the War on Terror and the 2008 attack on Mumbai. It is emblazoned with its own text, 'THERE IS NO BORDER HERE': high hopes or politically spun doublespeak?
Title
There is no border here
Date
2006
Medium
high-visibility tape
Measurements
H 118.1 x W 118.1 cm
Accession number
K6389
Acquisition method
gift from the Art Fund under Art Fund International, 2011
Work type
Mural
Bristol Museum & Art Gallery
Queens Road, Bristol, Bristol BS8 1RL England
Stories
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