Gregors Room

 Gregor's Room

A visual response to the short story The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka.

White Copy Paper, Ink (No Adhesives)

Largest sculpture measures 8" x 6" x 4"

The sculpture collection reflects my perception of the short story The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka. I imagined the content of his room to be minimal and clean at first glance, but when you observe closer it reveals a much dingier and intricate surface. I mixed brown, white, and yellow inks to give it this dingy appearance. I rolled up paper to make up the mattress, leaving it exposed to reflect the tragic narrative of the story. I made the decision to not construct a bed frame, as it did not feel like it was reflective of Gregor's situation. Your eyes are brought into the intricacies of his quilt, but upon further inspection it is torn, tattered, and dirty.