14/11/2003
The Black Death
31Grand, New York
Inspired plague epidemic of the 1300s as well as current biological threats, Jason imagines what our existence would look like if we were still living under the fear of a rapidly spreading plague. This multimedia exhibition combines medieval tale, contemporary culture criticism, and dark humor.
by Jason Clay Lewis
31Grand is proud to present "The Black Death" by Jason Clay Lewis. Inspired
plague epidemic of the 1300s as well as current biological threats, Jason
imagines what our existence would look like if we were still living under
the fear of a rapidly spreading plague. This multimedia exhibition combines
medieval tale, contemporary culture criticism, and dark humor.
The story is told through a series of sculpture, photography, video, and
drawings. The icons of Jason's narrative include a life-size sculpture of a
knight in armor on a battle horse, his holographic-generated sculpture "Key
of Light", "Death's Door", a highly detailed 9' x 7' door adorned with
hand-tooled leather depicting nearly a thousand unique skeleton knights.
Opening Reception Saturday, Nov. 15, 7-10pm
Attached image: Black Tide (detail), 2003
30 gallon stainless steel barrel, acrylic
27 1/8" x 14 3/4" x 14 3/4"
Directions: Subway -L Train to Bedford Ave. Walk south on Bedford Ave. to
Grand St. Right on Grand St. to Kent Ave. Car -Drive over the Williamsburg
Bridge. First exit. Right on Broadway. Right on Kent Ave. to Grand St.
For more information about the artist please contact us at 718.388.2858
Hours: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 1-7pm, or by appointment
31GRAND
Thirty One Grand Street
Williamsburg Brooklyn, New York 11211
718-388-2858