Temple Door

Object/Artifact

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The Civilization of Llhuros

TEMPLE DOOR | circa 1966-71 | Photo by Ann Cady, 2024 | ©2026 Norman Daly Art: Painted stone, with a teal and brown surface featuring two elongated, organic shapes positioned vertically. The left shape resembles a stylized human figure embedded within a rectangular frame, while the right shape, characterized by its elongated form and muted brown tones, appears to be a sculptural, abstract figure. The effect blends earthy and metallic hues, with the blue backdrop adding depth and contrast, evoking a sense of mystery and contemplation.
TEMPLE DOOR | circa 1966-71 | Photo by Ann Cady, 2024 | ©2026 Norman Daly Art

Painted stone, with a teal and brown surface featuring two elongated, organic shapes positioned vertically. The left shape resembles a stylized human figure embedded within a rectangular frame, while the right shape, characterized by its elongated form and muted brown tones, appears to be a sculptural, abstract figure. The effect blends earthy and metallic hues, with the blue backdrop adding depth and contrast, evoking a sense of mystery and contemplation.

Name/Title

Temple Door

Entry/Object ID

COL.28

Description

A door from one of the many temples scattered throughout Llhuros.

Category

Archaic

Made/Created

Artist

Norman Daly

Date made

circa 1966 - 1971

Place

Academic Institution

Cornell University

City

Ithaca, New York

Continent

North America

Ethnography

Cultural Region

Region

Asia Minor

Culture/Tribe

Llhuros

Dimensions

Height

75 in

Width

43 in

Depth

1-3/8 in

Materials

Material

Stone

Material Notes

Fictional medium as described by Norman Daly in the 1972 catalog and exhibition tags (1972-2019)

Acquisition

Notes

This object is a unique element of the "Civilization of Llhuros" collection given to the Cornell University Anthropology Collaboratory in 2025.

Exhibitions

Akron Art Institute (1972)
Cornell University | A.D. White Museum of Art (1972)
Indianapolis Art Museum (1972)
Memorial Art Gallery | University of Rochester (1972)
Roberson Center for Art and Science, Binghamton, NY (1974)
Romische-Germanisches Museum | "Projekt '74" | Cologne Germany (1974)
SUNY Albany | Art Gallery (1973}
University of Pennsylvania Art Museum, Philadelphia (1974)