10593

                   
     


The in-situ installation, 10593, presents 120 meticulously hand-sewn stalagmites and stalactites, forming a cave-like structure that draws viewers into a contemplation of time. The title, 10593, denotes the number of days lived at the time of the artwork’s initial exhibition, embodying a personal measure of time within a larger context.

In nature, the formation of stalactites unfolds over centuries, with growth nearly imperceptible—approximately 1 millimeter every ten years. Such a time span extends far beyond the average human lifetime, rendering the natural creation of stalactites impossible within a single lifespan. The perception of this duration as long or short, however, is shaped not solely by units of measurement but by individual interpretations of time itself.

Against the vast scale of geological processes, this span might appear brief, yet it signifies an entire lived experience, embodying continuity and a unique personal journey. The contrast between the rapid emergence of these fabric stalactites and the course of a human life captures the essence of 10593, inviting reflection on the intricate interplay between personal perception, time, and existence.