Markets shift like sand

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Markets shift like sand (I), Cast Iron, 66 x 51 x 7 cm, 2021

Markets shift like sand (III), Cast Iron, 65 x 50 x 4 cm, 2021

Markets shift like sand (IV), Cast Iron, 65 x 65 x 4 cm, 2021

Markets shift like sand (II), Cast Iron, 63 x 63 x 6 cm, 2021

Markets shift like sand (II), Cast Iron, 63 x 63 x 6 cm, 2021

In this new body of work, discarded objects from London markets have been cast into the surface of drain covers from the city.

The sculptures take note of the dissemination and privatisation of markets from British towns and cities, the pushing out of culture and identities as a consequence. The works are sited on the Canary Wharf Estate, overlooking Billingsgate Market (to be relocated in 2023) on a plinth constructed by the carpenters responsible for constructing the wooden hoardings around new building sites on the Estate.

Images courtesy of Sean Pollock