Awnings 1-5, 2001

Installation, 5 elements of various dimensions
Known for her Post-Minimalist sculptures that are close to industrial design and modern architecture, Rita McBride takes visible but almost anonymous elements from the urban landscape in order to interpret their dimensions and materials. Pipes, air-conditioning systems and public seating are transformed into sculptures when placed in the context of a museum.
Awnings 1–5 consists of five purple structures hanging from the wall. As the form and title of the work suggests, it recalls those awnings or canopies that give sheltered access to establishments like boutiques or restaurants. Their placement inside the museum space modifies their function and utility, turning them into sculptural elements.

Technical details

Original title:
Awnings 1-5
Registration number:
McBride, Rita
Date created:
Date acquired:
MACBA Collection. MACBA Foundation
Object type:
Vinyl, aluminium and rope
5 elements of various dimensions
MACBA Collection. MACBA Foundation. Work purchased thanks to María Entrecanales
© Rita McBride, VEGAP, Barcelona
It has accessibility resources:

Accessibility resources
High-relief image
Texts in braille




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