Untitled (Subterranea)
Print
ca. 28/03/2008
ca. 28/03/2008
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'Untitled (Subterranea)' is a highly individual map of South Kensington and the surrounding areas with landmarks indicated. Although it is far from an accurate topographical representation, it reflects the commercial tourist maps which distort and simplify the street layout, often magnifying certain buildings and excluding others.
This map was hand drawn before being printed. The original drawing is also part of the V&A Collection (museum no. E.562-2008). The map was specially commissioned from the artist for a 'Friday Late' event at the V&A.
This map was hand drawn before being printed. The original drawing is also part of the V&A Collection (museum no. E.562-2008). The map was specially commissioned from the artist for a 'Friday Late' event at the V&A.
Object details
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| Title | Untitled (Subterranea) (assigned by artist) |
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| Brief description | Copy print after 'Untitled (Subterranea)' pencil drawing by Stephen Walter, 2008. Produced for Friday Late View at the V&A, London, 28 March 2008. |
| Physical description | A print from a drawing of a map of the area of South Kensington surrounding the Victoria and Albert Museum. The area is labelled 'Albertopolis'. There is a key on the left side explaining the symbols used. 1 of 2000 prints distributed for free during a V&A Friday Late event entitled 'Subterranea'. |
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| Production type | Limited edition |
| Credit line | Given by Abraham Thomas |
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| Summary | 'Untitled (Subterranea)' is a highly individual map of South Kensington and the surrounding areas with landmarks indicated. Although it is far from an accurate topographical representation, it reflects the commercial tourist maps which distort and simplify the street layout, often magnifying certain buildings and excluding others. This map was hand drawn before being printed. The original drawing is also part of the V&A Collection (museum no. E.562-2008). The map was specially commissioned from the artist for a 'Friday Late' event at the V&A. |
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| Accession number | E.664-2011 |
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| Record created | August 24, 2011 |
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