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Memoria de Ensueño 4 3+: Student Design Reinterpretations at the Decorative Arts Museum

Explore how 43 design students reinterpret historical artifacts through dreams and memory in their creations.

The 'Memoria de Ensueño 4 3+' exhibition invites visitors to explore a unique collaboration between design students and the Museo Nacional de Artes Decorativas. Discover how 43 students reinterpret historical collection pieces, drawing inspiration from themes of dreaming and memory. Their innovative projects showcase contemporary designs, reflecting a fresh perspective on cultural heritage. This display highlights the pedagogical approach to design education in Madrid.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition showcases reinterpretations of museum collection pieces by 43 students from the Escuela de Arte 12 and the Escuela Superior de Diseño de Madrid. The project explores the concepts of dreaming and memory, with students creating new objects inspired by historical artifacts.

Curatorial context

The 'Memoria' project is a pedagogical collaboration between public design institutions in Madrid and the Museo Nacional de Artes Decorativas (MNAD). Now in its 4th edition, the project invites students to study a piece from the museum's collection and use it as a source of inspiration to design new objects that address current functional, social, and cultural needs. This exhibition presents the results from the 3rd and 4th editions, demonstrating a personal interpretation of the selected objects through the creation of unique contemporary designs. The project emphasizes the role of memory and dreaming in the creative process, viewing the museum as a repository of memories from which new ideas can be drawn. The exhibition features numerous student projects, each inspired by specific historical pieces such as a 17th-century Portuguese bed or an 18th-century Spanish chest of drawers. These student creations, accompanied by their own conceptual narratives, highlight the reinterpretations of form, function, and meaning, showcasing diverse approaches to design and material use. The projects range from furniture pieces like beds, chairs, and tables to decorative objects, all reflecting a deep engagement with the original artifacts and the broader themes of memory and dreaming.

Admission and ticket notes

Information regarding ticketing or admission is not explicitly provided on this page. Visitors are likely expected to refer to the museum's general admission policies for entry details to exhibitions of this nature at the Museo Nacional de Artes Decorativas. Further details should be sought from the museum's official website or ticketing channels if available for specific events or dates not covered by general admission. The page does not provide specific pricing or booking instructions for this particular exhibition, implying it may be part of regular museum entry or a special event with separate information elsewhere.

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Venue
Museo Nacional de Artes Decorativas
Current status
Open now
Exhibition schedule
From Jan 24, 2014
Artist line / attribution
Works by 43 students from Escuela de Arte 12 Diseño Industrial and Escuela Superior de Diseño de Madrid.
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