Industrial Communication Headset in Box
Found Object / Readymade / Industrial Design • Manufactured industrial product (Peltor/3M type design); anonymous industrial engineering workshop.
Style & Movement
Functionalism / Industrial Realism; contextually relates to 'Found Object' art or 'Relational Aesthetics' when viewed within a gallery setting.
Medium & Technique
Assembled industrial materials including injection-molded plastic, synthetic foam, coiled PVC cabling, and electrical components.
Creation Period
Early 21st Century (c. 2010–2024)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 12 x 10 x 8 inches (box dimensions); 3D object format.
Subject Description
A tactical or industrial communication headset featuring two black ear cups, a boom microphone, and a coiled interface cable. The composition is chaotic and nested within a cardboard shipping container, suggesting themes of logistics, communication, and modern labor.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good (unused condition); items appear to be in original packaging with safety tags intact.
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $450 USD (as functional equipment); Negligible as fine art unless attributed to a specific artist.
Auction Estimate
$100 - $300 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired via industrial supply chain or commercial retail; current manifestation is a private collection in situ.
Art Historical Significance
Represents the intersection of utilitarian design and contemporary consumerism. It serves as a commentary on the 'Readymade' tradition established by Marcel Duchamp, highlighting the aesthetic value of mass-produced technological artifacts.
Notable Features
Features a prominent orange safety warning tag and a two-pin connector plug, emphasizing its role as a tool rather than a decorative object.
Condition Issues
Minor surface dust; compression of internal foam due to storage; box shows slight structural wear at the edges.
Conservation Recommendations
Store in a climate-controlled environment to prevent degradation of synthetic rubber and foam components. Avoid direct UV exposure to prevent plastic brittleness.