Gilgamesh 1993

"Gilgamesh" is a 1993 sculpture by Jimmie Durham, an artist known for his conceptual and often provocative works. This piece features a simple wooden board with a cut-out hole, a pipe protruding through it, and a pair of crossed sticks. Durham's work often explores themes of identity, history, and the nature of representation, inviting viewers to question the meaning and function of objects and symbols. This artwork is an example of his characteristic use of found objects and readymades, which he recontextualizes in a way that challenges conventional notions of art and its relationship to the world.