Untitled No. 5
- Artist
- Michael Heizer
- Date
- 1974
- Style
- Minimalism
- Genre
- Abstract
"Untitled No. 5" by Michael Heizer is a striking example of land art that exemplifies Minimalism and Abstract art principles. Located in Garden Valley, Nevada, it is part of Heizer's monumental project City, the largest contemporary artwork ever constructed, stretching over a mile in length. Begun in 1972 and completed after 50 years at an estimated cost of $40 million, the sculpture immerses viewers in a vast, desert landscape while inviting reflection on scale and space. Limited to only six visitors per day, City is maintained by the Triple Aught Foundation, emphasizing its status as a unique, contemplative experience.
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