Why the intensity of ancient tombs can trigger a sense of panic

The Artist Project: Sarah Sze · 3:13 · Video: The Met · Watch at the source

In short: American sculptor Sarah Sze examines the Tomb of Perneb to explore how the sheer intensity of an experience can evoke more than just claustrophobia.

In this episode of The Artist Project, sculptor Sarah Sze reflects on the Tomb of Perneb from The Met's collection. Born in 1969, the American installation artist considers how the overwhelming nature of such an encounter transcends simple claustrophobia, touching instead on a deeper psychological intensity.

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