Fish Scales: Allan Sekula's TSUKIJI
Parkett 66, 2002, pp. 170-175
Santa Monica: Christopher Grimes Gallery, 2002
Allan Sekula's piece, 'TSUKIJI' is known for its beautifully shot scenes of a Japanese fish market. In this article Dimendberg offers insights regarding the themes and connections between life and death. He also notes the aesthetics of a butcher killing and relates the cuts to the structure of modern architecture. Sekula's videos often surround the theme of work and he has been inspired by japanese author Takiji Kobayashi.
ITEM 2002.123 – available for viewing in the Research Centre
Videos, Artworks and Artists Cited
Tsukiji – Allan Sekula
Fish Story – Allan Sekula
Project for Yokohoma – Allan Sekula