Original size 2688x4032

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PROTECT STATUS: not protected

concept

Readymade object: a figurine that opens a random Wikipedia article on a phone upon contact.The object is part of a micro-research community project and facilitates the discovery of new information for research.

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Original size 4032x2688

The project can be scaled, even though the prototype cannot be replicated exactly. Production consistency is maintained through the selection criteria for materials and the assembly process.

materials

Porcelain Figurine
Criteria:
1. Found material (not specifically made for this project)
2. Must have an opening to insert a tag
3. Must be in the form of a living creature (animal or human)There are no restrictions on shape, size, or color.NFC TagSpray Paint
The color is chosen depending on the figurine.Masking Tape

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Original size 4032x2688

process

Step 1.
Tagging
1. A link is written onto the NFC tag using the NFC Tools application:
https://ru.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:Random2. The tag is inserted through the hole and attached to the figure’s body near the face or snout.

Original size 2688x1792

Stage 2: Coloring the Figurine

  1. On the spot marked on the outside, you select an area, and the shape and size are adjusted to fit the figurine. This can be a circle, oval, square, cross, triangle, or other simple shapes. The colored figurine serves as an indicator of where the phone needs to be placed.

  2. The area is outlined with masking tape.

  3. The open area is painted with spray paint.

Original size 4032x2688
Original size 973x649
Original size 4032x2688

Result

Original size 4032x2688
Original size 3359x1807
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Project created at 18.10.2026