In preparation for reopening, KAWS’ Along the Way, was reinstalled in the lobby. The two massi
In preparation for reopening, KAWS’ Along the Way, was reinstalled in the lobby. The two massive, wooden figures are made from blocks of Brazilian walnut. Years of display had caused the wood to fade slightly. Aisha De Avila-Shin and Harry DeBauche reapplied an oil and varnish following the artist’s instructions, restoring the objects’ rich color and gloss.Posted by Harry DeBaucheKAWS (American, born 1974). ALONG THE WAY, 2013. Wood, 216 × 176 × 120 in. (548.6 × 447 × 304.8 cm) overall. Brooklyn Museum; Gift in honor of Arnold Lehman, TL2015.27a–b. © KAWS, courtesy of the Mary Boone Gallery. -- source link
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