Mark Lane

Oh My Love, Thomas Ravenscroft, 1609

21 seconds, every 5 minutes, four channel sound installation

Mark Lane Photograph by Julian Abrams

Oh My Love, lov’st thou me?
Then quickly come and save him that dies for thee

This is a very simple round of unrequited love that has a charm that is immediate and beautiful. Built in the 14th century, the tower of All Hallows Staining Church is like a remnant from a previous age that has been left behind in the contemporary City. The lyrics may be interpreted as a dedication to the church or as if the church tower were calling out to the surrounding buildings.