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The Killing Machine by Janet Cardiff — VisualArtsDB

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The Killing Machine

2007

Medium: Pneumatics, robotics, electromagnetic beaters, dentist chair, electric guitar, CRT monitors, computer, various control systems, lights, and sound (approx. 5 min.)
Dimensions: 9' 10" x 13' 1" x 8' 2" (118 x 157 x 98 cm)
Genre: installation
Museum: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)

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