The M HKA On the Spot collaborative initiative brings selected artworks from the museum collection directly into Antwerp's artistic spaces. At Kunsthal Extra City, visitors can experience two key installations by artist Otobong Nkanga, titled The Connector and The Accumulator. This presentation highlights the strong connection between the permanent museum collection and the local contemporary art scene.
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M HKA On the spot is a collaborative exhibition showcasing works from the M HKA collection across various Antwerp art galleries and spaces. At Kunsthal Extra City, the exhibition presents two significant works by Otobong Nkanga, highlighting the vital connection between the museum collection and the city's art field.
M HKA On the spot is a city-wide initiative that connects over 30 Antwerp art galleries and art spaces by presenting works from the M HKA collection. By placing these collection pieces in various professional art environments, the project aims to highlight the M HKA collection as the core of the museum and an essential asset for the artistic community of Antwerp. This collaborative effort emphasizes the relationships between museum holdings and the broader local art scene. At Kunsthal Extra City, the exhibition specifically features two works by the artist Otobong Nkanga: The Connector and The Accumulator. These pieces demonstrate the artist's engagement with themes of collection and connectivity, reflecting the broader mission of the exhibition project. Visitors are invited to explore these works in the industrial setting of the Kunsthal, which remains on view for an extended period beyond the initial city-wide event timeframe.
The exhibition is on view at Kunsthal Extra City located at Provinciestraat 112, 2018 Antwerp. Please check the official museum website for any specific admission or visitor guidelines related to the Kunsthal's operating hours during the exhibition period.
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