Discover a body of work created by Joost Elffers that utilizes spirals and spheres to reflect on the oneness of the universe. The display pairs these contemporary drawings with historic books from the Bibliotheca Philosophica Hermetica, emphasizing shared ideas across different eras. Visitors are invited to contemplate these works that seek to transcend physical boundaries through the perspective of the heart.
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This exhibition presents a series of meditative, circular drawings by Joost Elffers, created during the period of global isolation in 2020. Through spirals, spheres, and rhythmic numbers, the artist explores the concept of 'seeing with the heart' to perceive universal oneness.
Off Planet Perspective features a body of work born from a period of forced reflection, where Joost Elffers turned his attention toward the language of circles, spirals, and spheres. These drawings, produced over thousands of hours, serve as an inner exploration of wavelength and resonance. Elffers describes this practice as seeing through the 'heart's eye,' a perspective that transcends physical problem-solving to feel the oneness and affection present in the universe. In addition to these drawings, the exhibition integrates symbolic objects and rare 17th-century illustrated books from the collection of the Bibliotheca Philosophica Hermetica. By juxtaposing Elffers’ contemporary work with these historical materials, the exhibition highlights a shared, non-linear pathway that connects ideas across time and space. The resulting display offers visitors a unique, off-planet perspective on the interconnectedness of all beings and the many dimensions of existence.
Visitors can find information about museum access and tickets on the official Embassy of the Free Mind website. Admission provides access to the museum's exhibitions and the historic collection of the Bibliotheca Philosophica Hermetica.
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