David Opdyke at Magnan Metz Gallery

Though toppled, David Opdyke’s utility pole appears to be sprouting new growth, suggesting that man-made inventions can have a life of their own, or that (even old) technology is an unstoppable force. (At Magnan Metz Gallery through May 31st.)

David Opdyke, Secondary Growth Line Extension, reclaimed NJCP&L utility pole, Styrofoam, steel, resin, paint, glass insulator caps, 91 x 92 x 60 inches, 2014.