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Philadelphia Still Life Museum

From the Permanent Collection

Stationary Vehicle, 1939 Pierce St  South Philadelphia

Automotive, blue body, rear bumper guard, stationary installation

Police Department, est. 2026

108 days on view


Photographic documentation of the work as submitted to the city's 311 record.
As submitted to the city’s 311 record.

Curatorial note

From the rear, the blue Subaru SUV anchors the curb at 1939 Pierce St, the Subaru badge visible on the tailgate providing a precise visual reference. Since acquisition in January 2026, the vehicle-like form has persisted on view for 108 days, occupying the threshold between road and sidewalk. This piece is framed by the planter on the sidewalk and by the cracked asphalt, grounding it in a specific Philadelphia streetscape and confirming its status as a durable, long-term presence within the South Philadelphia collection.

Catalogue metadata

Accession no.
19404388
Location
///eggs.grew.robe
Address
1939 PIERCE ST
Region
Point Breeze
Acquired
January 2026
Status
On permanent display

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