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Running Fence

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Running Fence was a monumental work of land art by Christo and Jeanne-Claude, created between 1972 and 1976. This project involved running 18-foot-high sections of white fabric along metal runners for over 24 miles through Marin and Sonoma counties in California.1

Christo and Jeanne-Claude were known for their controversial outdoor sculptures, often using large displays of fabrics and plastics. Their work challenged conventional art by engaging with the environment and public spaces, forcing observers to reconsider their surroundings and the nature of art itself. These monumental projects, like Running Fence, required extensive planning, permits, and environmental impact research, often taking decades to realize.2

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  2. Western painting - Land art

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