The artwork, titled “ghost…a border act,” was created by Ann Hamilton in the year 2000. This piece belongs to the Post-Minimalism art movement and falls within the genre of installation art.
The artwork features a central scene composed of a single chair and a table, upon which rests a mechanical device, all placed within an expansive and dimly lit room. The space is accentuated by soft, ambient lighting, with beams of light illuminating certain areas, creating an ethereal and contemplative atmosphere. Translucent curtains or walls partially obscure the view, contributing to the spectral and enigmatic quality of the installation. The room extends into a series of repeating vertical elements, such as pillars or columns, enhancing the sense of depth and continuity. The use of light and shadow, combined with the minimalist yet evocative set-up, invites viewers to reflect on themes of presence, absence, and the permeable nature of boundaries.
