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After |GAUR| Commemorative Basque Modern Art Exhibition at Michel Mejuto Gallery

Discover thirty-two rare paintings and sculptures from private collections celebrating fifty years of the influential Basque art collective.

This presentation marks the fiftieth anniversary of the influential Gaur group, a collective central to Basque modern art. The showcase brings together thirty-two carefully selected paintings and sculptures from private collections, including several pieces exhibited publicly for the first time. Visitors can discover significant historical works by legendary members, including Oteiza, Chillida, and Zumeta.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition commemorates the fiftieth anniversary of the founding of the Gaur group. It features 32 works from private collections, including several pieces exhibited to the public for the first time.

Curatorial context

After |GAUR| (Después de |GAUR| Harrezkerokoak) marks the fiftieth anniversary of the influential Gaur group, a collective central to Basque modern art. The exhibition brings together a curated selection of 32 works by the group's eight founding members, offering a significant look at their legacy through pieces gathered from private collections. Visitors can view contributions from Oteiza, Chillida, Sistiaga, Amable Arias, Zumeta, Balerdi, Mendiburu, and Néstor Basterretxea. Notably, the exhibition includes several works that have remained in private hands and are presented to the public for the very first time, providing a rare opportunity to engage with these specific pieces.

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The gallery provides a downloadable exhibition catalog via their website. Visitors are encouraged to contact the gallery or visit their official website for information regarding exhibition access and gallery hours.

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Venue
Michel Mejuto Gallery
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Mar 11, 2016 – Apr 17, 2016
Artist line / attribution
The exhibition features works by the eight founding artists of the Gaur group: Oteiza, Chillida, Sistiaga, Amable Arias, Zumeta, Balerdi, Mendiburu, and Néstor Basterretxea.
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