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Philadelphia Still Life Museum

From the Permanent Collection

The Long Stand, Sumac Street — Philadelphia

Automotive, stationary, long-term installation

Police Department, est. 2026

79 days on view


Photographic documentation of the work as submitted to the city's 311 record.
As submitted to the city’s 311 record.

Curatorial note

From its position at the curb on Sumac Street, the vehicle's rear-side window is shattered, revealing a cluttered interior packed with bags and miscellaneous items. Since its acquisition in February 2026, the work has occupied its curbside stance, inviting daily attention in winter light. This piece records a durable feature of the streetscape, treating unresolved urban residues as a formal aspect of daily life.

Catalogue metadata

Accession no.
19534534
Location
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Address
258 SUMAC ST
Region
Wissahickon
Acquired
February 2026
Status
On permanent display

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