Peeling House 1981

vitoacconci

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"Peeling House" is a 1981 installation by Vito Acconci, known for its unique, almost tribal-like structure. The piece features a thatched roof and an exterior resembling a small dwelling, but inside is a complex and intimate space designed for solitary exploration. This work plays with the idea of shelter, both physically and psychologically, with the "peeling" process suggesting the act of shedding layers of oneself.