Mystery Exhibit feat. Chemical Properties + Optimism

Unknown maker places mystery art exhibit in hopes of spreading wintry joy, light, chemistry, and optimism to Juilliard students in the midst of finals. Higher authorities still either unaware of The Mystery’s existence or have greater capacity for humor than previously thought.

5th floor, glass case, adjacent to library. Unknown maker places mystery art exhibit in hopes of spreading wintry joy, light, chemistry, and optimism to Juilliard students in the midst of finals. Higher authorities still either unaware of The Mystery’s existence or have greater capacity for humor than previously thought. If in possession of leads or insights, contact Citizen Penguin.
#HangInThereItsAlmostWinterBreak!

Text of the placard:

“Unknown MAKER

Displacement, 2016
Oxygen, nitrogen, various other gases; argon, carbon dioxide, methane
Air collected from outside put inside; hence the title. This is clearly a joke and the placard wonders how long it will stay here until it is removed by higher authority. The real question is, what is this exhibit supposed to be? A REAL MYSTERY

Purchase, The Hang in There It’s Almost Winter Break! Foundation
Gift, 2016”