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Misha de Ridder's Photographic Work #0095 [Inside]: Abstract Details of Oude Kerk Walls

This 2019 photographic series captures Oude Kerk's hidden textures and architectural nuances through de Ridder's lens.

Misha de Ridder's photographic work '#0095 [Inside]' captures the often-overlooked beauty of the Oude Kerk's interior. Created in 2019, this series presents abstract yet sharply focused images of the church's historic metre-high walls and alcoves. Discover intricate textures from paint bristles to flaking stucco, revealing the rich materiality of this iconic architectural space.

About photographic work | #0095 [Inside] | Misha de Ridder, 2019 at Oude Kerk in Amsterdam

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Exhibition summary

This entry details '#0095 [Inside]', a photographic work by Misha de Ridder created in 2019. The artist was granted year-round access to the Oude Kerk to capture abstract images of its metre-high, white-plastered walls, revealing intricate details like paint bristles, flaking irregularities, and dust particles.

Curatorial context

In 2019, artist Misha de Ridder was granted exclusive, year-round access to the Oude Kerk, enabling him to create a photographic series titled '#0095 [Inside]'. His work often achieves an abstract quality despite its sharp focus on the tangible details of the church's architecture. The photographs meticulously render the metre-high, white-plastered walls and numerous alcoves, highlighting the subtle textures of paint bristles, the irregularities of flaking stucco, and the presence of dust particles. A photograph from this series is displayed in the Church Wardens’ Room, offering visitors a close-up perspective on the historic structure's materiality and a testament to de Ridder's immersive artistic exploration.

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The page provides general visitor information and a link to purchase tickets for the Oude Kerk, but does not specify separate ticketing details for this particular photographic work. It implies that general admission or access to the Church Wardens' Room is required to view the displayed photo.

photographic work | #0095 [Inside] | Misha de Ridder, 2019 key exhibition facts

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Venue
Oude Kerk
Current status
Open now
Exhibition schedule
From Jan 1, 2019
Artist line / attribution
Photographic work by Misha de Ridder (b. 1971), created in 2019.
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