Carmean, E. A., Jr., et al., "The Sculpture of Nancy Graves: A Catalogue Raisonne," New York: Hudson Hills Press, 1987.
Carmean, E. A. Jr., et al., "The Sculpture of Nancy Graves...," New York: Hudson Hills Press, 1987, pg. 70.
(Inscribed on side of vertical element:) N. S. Graves BATHYMET- TOPOGRAPH 1978-79 TX signed Founders mark appears.
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Summary:
A blue flat base supports another triangular base and a tall slender rod. At the top of the rod is a spiral, and resting on top of this are two topographical maps & a bathymetric section.