Small White Pebble Circles 1987

Editor: Richard Long’s "Small White Pebble Circles," from the Tate collection, it’s so minimal and elemental! What significance do you find in his use of the circle? Curator: The circle, an ancient symbol, echoes wholeness, the infinite, cycles of life. Long's placement of pebbles invites reflection on humanity's relationship with nature. How does this resonate with you? Editor: I guess it makes me think about how temporary we are in comparison to the age of the stones! Curator: Precisely. The pebble, a fragment of geological time, when arranged, becomes a poignant reminder of both our transient nature and enduring connection to the earth. Editor: This connection between impermanence and the ancient origins is something that I didn't realize until this moment.