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Artist: Barbican Arts Centre

Technique: Photography

The golem is a mythical creature from Jewish folklore and has influenced art, literature and film for centuries from Frankenstein to Blade Runner.The golem is made from inanimate matter, which magically comes to life. Most famously created by Rabbi Loew in 16th century Prague, the golem was intended to protect the Jewish people against attacks. The golem encapsulates hope, terror and transgression.The Barbican