To me, it looks like the back of a guy's head, swinging nun chucks in slow motion. Clearly, that's what it is.
I like your interpretation and use of the word "archaic." That word alone changes the meaning of both the picture and the poem. I envy how well you are able to choose your words.
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But what in the heck is it!? A medieval torture device?
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ReplyDeleteThis piece is shown at the Metropolitan, NY. I don't remember the author though but it hooked my attention as I passed by.
ReplyDeleteTo me, it looks like the back of a guy's head, swinging nun chucks in slow motion. Clearly, that's what it is.
ReplyDeleteI like your interpretation and use of the word "archaic." That word alone changes the meaning of both the picture and the poem. I envy how well you are able to choose your words.
@ maggie: interesting interpretation. for the words... I know at least one inspiring English teacher ;-)
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