Us/Us is an installation in the public space. It consists of two 6 x 4 m metal railings with the word “us” between the bars. The two parts are crossed in such a way that they keep each other from falling. There is enough space between the bars for spectators to walk through. This image bears multiple implications. Eduardo Basualdo works on the issue of limits on the basis of his observation of reality and the way we are inserted in society nowadays. In this case, were we placed in an open space, we would have to stick together to keep each other from falling. However, there always seems to be a treasure to fight over. Splitting triggers duplication and confrontation. It is the struggle for an element that in fact belongs to us all. Thus, as a reflection upon the way we live, Basualdo uses a double, crossed iron element as though they were two things that keep supporting each other in spite of their differences.
