Smith, Toby

Tobias Smith, London, Great Britian

The Pier

Tobias Smith: The Pier, c-type, 2009, 800 x 560 mm, edition 2 / 10
Tobias Smith: The Pier, c-type, 2009, 800cm x 560cm, edition  2 / 10

A piece of critical work produced in response to the recent metrological and economic collapse of Britain.  

Brighton Pier having remained derelict for over 40 years has been a victim of arson on 2 occasions. Its remains off the sea shore has neither been cleared nor redeveloped.  It’s bright layer of snow represents the freak weather event which saw snow on the South Coast at a level not seen for over 18 years. 

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