Extinction Cords 2000

"Extinction Cords" (2000) by Charles Long features three bulbous, coral-colored sculptures that appear to be made of a soft, pliable material, perhaps rubber or plastic. The works evoke a sense of fragility and vulnerability, suggesting an impending collapse or deformation. Long's sculptures often explore themes of decay and the passage of time, prompting viewers to consider the transience of life and the inevitability of extinction. This work, with its suggestive forms and unsettlingly quiet presence, invites contemplation on these weighty themes through its playful yet melancholic aesthetic.