The artwork “Extinction Cords,” created by Charles Long in the year 2000, is a sculpture associated with the Post-Minimalism art movement.
The artwork consists of three large, orange-colored, pod-like forms that are fluid in shape and somewhat anthropomorphic. Each form is bulbous at its base and tapers into elongated, thin extensions that curl up at the tips, resembling cords or tendrils. The forms sit directly on a concrete floor, suggesting a sense of grounding while simultaneously giving the appearance of something organic and growth-like. The rich orange hue and smooth texture of the sculpture add to its biomorphic quality, inviting viewers to ponder the relationship between form, materiality, and space.
