scripted 1997

"scripted" is a 1997 artwork by Ann Hamilton consisting of a long lock of human hair encased in a wooden box. The hair, held by a small metal band, is displayed alongside a single, small nail. The work's minimal composition and the use of everyday materials invite viewers to contemplate the nature of memory, the passage of time, and the fragility of the human body. Hamilton's use of hair as a symbolic material often explores themes of personal history, loss, and the ephemeral nature of existence. Her work often invites viewers to reflect on the connections between the body, space, and the objects we encounter in our daily lives.