Shoebox / Temporary Animal Housing


(2019, hand-casted bronze, 14 x 29.5 x 19.5 cm)

Based on research into the swiftlet bird's nest economy in Southeast Asia, cement three-story buildings are created atop rice fields to lure hundreds of birds to make their nests within.

A shoebox is used to carry or house an injured bird to the nearest veterinarian. Holes are punched through for ventilation. Cardboard is commonly used, not bronze.

Shoebox / Temporary Animal Housing


(2019, hand-casted bronze, 14 x 29.5 x 19.5 cm)

Based on research into the swiftlet bird's nest economy in Southeast Asia, cement three-story buildings are created atop rice fields to lure hundreds of birds to make their nests within.

A shoebox is used to carry or house an injured bird to the nearest veterinarian. Holes are punched through for ventilation. Cardboard is commonly used, not bronze.

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