PRADA MARFA modeled after a Prada Boutique is a permanent land art project by artists Elmgreen & Dragset that was constructed in 2005 literally in the middle of nowhere in Texas, USA. The interior of the structure includes luxury goods from Prada’s fall collection from that year BUT the door does not open, ensuring that the sculpture will never function as a place of commerce. It takes a whole new meaning to the expression 'shopping is an art form'.
Suddenly after eight years the Texas Department of Transportation have declared this well known art work 'illegal' and want it torn down. Even if they are cultural philistines (!) we think that should still allow this wonderful quirky iconic piece to stay and brighten up the highway out of Marfa.
If you agree then check out their facebook page www.facebook.com/savepradamarfa. and show your support.
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