Sterling Ruby
dal 12/12/2012 al 16/3/2013
Segnalato da
12/12/2012
Sterling Ruby
Bonniers Konsthall, Stockholm
Soft Work. The artist transforms pillows, blankets, and quilts from objects of comfort into ominous sculptural objects that hint at the possibility that safety and security are an illusion. Ruby takes his subject matter from a wide range of sources, including maximum security prisons, urban gangs, modernist architecture, and the mechanisms of warfare.
On December 15th Bonniers Konsthall opens the first large solo exhibition for internationally renowned artist Sterling Ruby in Scandinavia. Sterling Ruby, whose been named one of the 2000s most interesting artists, works in a mixture of materials and genres, from glazed biomorphic ceramics to drawings in nail varnish. He takes his subject matter from a wide range of sources, including maximum security prisons, urban gangs, modernist architecture, and the mechanisms of warfare. His works can be seen as a form of assault on both materials and social power structures.
The universe of Soft Work is by first look playful, soft and humorous but will soon reveal a dimensions of fear or terror. The artist transforms pillows, blankets, and quilts from objects of comfort into ominous sculptural objects that hint at the possibility that safety and security are an illusion. Here the American flag is used as material in gigantic vampire mouths and obese stuffed animals hangs from the roof like macerated cadavers.
The exhibition is organized in association with Centre d’Art Contemporain, Genéva, FRAC Champagne-Ardenne, Reims and MACRO, Museo d’Arte Contemporanea, Rome
Sterling Ruby
Born in Bitburg (Germany) in 1972, the American artist Sterling Ruby lives and works in Los Angeles. He has exhibited in numerous institutions and galleries, including the Museum of Contemporary Art in Los Angeles, the Galleria d’arte Moderna e Contemporanea in Bergamo and at FRAC Champagne-Ardenne.
Bonniers Konsthall, located in central Stockholm, is a place for contemporary art. In addition to exhibitions with both Swedish and international artists, the gallery offers a book and design shop and hosts Spetsen café and restaurant. Our programme of events includes guided tours, evening performances and inspiring talks, making your art experience as rich and exciting as possible.
Image: Soft Work, installation view, FRAC Champagne-Ardenne. Foto: Martin Argyroglo.
Press contact:
Kajsa Pontén tel 08-7364243 kajsa.ponten@bonnierskonsthall.se
Press preview on 13th december h 10 a. m.
Bonniers Konsthall
Torsgatan 19 Stockholm
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Mond-Tues closed
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