Exploring "The Possible is Monstrous" at Kunsthaus Baselland in Basel
As part of the joint contemporary art event Kunsttage Basel, Kunsthaus Baselland participated in a multi-institutional public project titled The Possible is Monstrous. Bringing together regional, national, and international creators, the initiative examined the complexities of public space and shared social life during periods of societal upheaval. Further details about the broader city-wide initiative can be explored through www.kunsttagebasel.ch.
Contemporary Art Across Public and Institutional Spaces in Basel
The collaborative project was shaped by an interinstitutional curatorial team featuring Elena Filipovic from Kunsthalle Basel, Ines Goldbach from Kunsthaus Baselland, Daniel Kurjaković from Kunstmuseum Basel, and Samuel Leuenberger from SALTS. Supported by the Swisslos-Fonds Basel-Stadt and Swisslos-Fonds Basel-Landschaft, alongside organizational backing from Art Basel, the initiative placed works in freely accessible areas and public zones.
The curatorial framework invited visitors to reflect on how communities experience shared environments, particularly in the wake of crises that test social cohesion, alter thresholds, and shift communal priorities. Through various installations, performances, and sculptural interventions, the participating creators addressed themes of togetherness, vulnerability, and the transformative potential of artistic practice.
Discovering Artworks by Notable Creators
The roster of participating talent spanned multiple generations and mediums, featuring works by Yael Bartana, Eric Baudelaire, Mariana Castillo Deball, Latifa Echakhch, Judith Kakon, Teresa Margolles, Marinella Senatore, Augustas Serapinas, Hannah Weinberger, and Krzysztof Wodiczko. Visitors encountering these pieces were encouraged to engage directly with the materiality of the installations—ranging from textile works and neon typography to large-scale spatial interventions and video formats—fostering renewed dialogue around public consciousness and shared responsibility.
To discover more cultural spots, current exhibitions, and upcoming projects across the city, you can explore the curated guides on Musemap (musemap.art). Plan your next visit by browsing the interactive map view or checking out what's on exhibitions.
