Accession Number2014/2.275
TitleAncient Ruins, Kekova, Turkey
Artist(s)Marilyn BridgesArtist NationalityAmerican (North American)Object Creation Date2004Medium & Supportgelatin silver print on paperDimensions 11 in x 14 in (27.94 cm x 35.56 cm)
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. James Agah, Class of 1989 (BBA)Subject matterMarilyn Bridges describes the markings and monuments that she photographs from above as “the messages of humankind.” As a pilot and photographer, she documents contemporary landscapes connected to ancient times, which addresses the human relationship to the earth and environment. This photograph depicts Kekova, a small island in Turkey. This uninhabited island has partly sunken ruins, as depicted in the shallow water surrounding the rocky landscape.
Physical DescriptionThis photograph depicts an aerial view of a small island surrounded by sunken ruins.
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Keywords
aerial photography
islands (landforms)
oceans
rocks (landforms)
ruins