The German artist Hans Hemmert’s 1997 artwork Level had a simple premise: What if everyone was the exact same height? To bring this utopian, albeit banal, dream to life, the artist created 50 pairs of platform shoes out of rubber and Velcro, with each platform measuring between two and 17 inches high. When guests arrived at the installation, created for Galerie Gebauer’s Personal Absurdities exhibition in Berlin, they chose a pair that would ensure they were level with everyone else This story is from Kinfolk Issue Fifty-One Buy Now Related Stories Arts & Culture Issue 51 Emily Gernild The Danish painter breathing new life into an old medium. Arts & Culture Food Issue 51 Imogen Kwok The artist takes food styling quite literally, creating accessories out of fruits and vegetables. Arts & Culture Design Issue 51 How to Make a Chair And do it on a tiny budget. Arts & Culture Issue 51 Odd Jobs The comedian with strong opinions about your home décor. Arts & Culture Films Issue 51 Vicky Krieps An interview with the actor. Arts & Culture Issue 51 On The Shelf Writer Claire-Louise Bennett reflects on her process.
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