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The Astronomer's hoard (Detail)

By Sarah Sabin 2009

Sarah Sabin

Dimensions
300cm x 300cm x 20cm approx

Detail of installation in Wilkins building North Observatory, Gower street, London - Part of UCL Institute of Archaeology residency.The tea cups from a forgotten gathering found under the floor, contain predictions of astronomical discoveries, some of which would not have been possible during the working life of the observatory.

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