Mariko HORI





Those who collect the past

installation / bespoke showcases from the underground ramp, dust and particles derived from every element that once existed within Palais Liechtenstein/Sa. and has since decomposed until the present moment / 2023


"Those Who Collect the Past," revives the Schlosspalais' forgotten narratives by using its collected dust. The particles, once remnants of a bygone era, now form a bridge connecting the history of the house. The dust, an emblem of transience, gathers in spaces where movement has ceased—an in-between state of "no longer" and "not yet."

Inspired by the venue's rich history, including roles as a courthouse, widow's palace, war camp, and more, Hori's work harmonizes with the festival's theme. Her installation centers on dust, a repository of history's echoes, carrying the essence of events within its minutiae.



























Commissioned for KUNSTFESTIVAL BEGEHUNGEN 2023

“et cetera pp”
17. - 27.08. 2023
IM PALAIS LICHTENSTEIN/SA. (EHEM. DAETZ-CENTRUM)












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