The artwork titled “One and Three Lamps” was created by Joseph Kosuth in 1965. This piece belongs to the Conceptual Art movement and is categorized as an installation.
The artwork consists of three distinct components: a physical lamp, a photograph of a lamp, and a dictionary definition of the word “lamp.” The physical lamp stands prominently in the center, directly illuminating its surroundings and serving as the subject of both the photograph to the left and the descriptive text to the right. The photograph captures the lamp in black and white, while the textual description provides an academic definition, encapsulating the essence and function of the object. This installation challenges the viewer to consider the different ways in which objects can be represented and understood, pushing the boundaries of perception and interpretation within the realm of Conceptual Art.
