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Experience the Ángel Orensanz Exhibition: Monumental Sculptural Installations at the Museum of Costume

Discover how this prominent Spanish sculptor engages with nature through site-specific art installations.

This exhibition at the Museum of Costume highlights the captivating work of Spanish artist Ángel Orensanz. Visitors can explore his unique large sculptural installations, thoughtfully integrated within the museum's beautiful gardens. The display creates an engaging dialogue between contemporary art and the natural environment. An accompanying didactic area also features audiovisual pieces that complement the outdoor experience.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition showcases the work of Spanish artist Ángel Orensanz, featuring large sculptural installations specifically created for the gardens of the Museum of Costume. The exhibition explores the dialogue between art and nature through the artist's monumental spheres and their interaction with natural elements.

Curatorial context

Ángel Orensanz, a renowned Spanish sculptor with significant international projection, presents a series of installations created specifically for the gardens of the Museo del Traje. The exhibition, running from July 28 to October 30, features three large sculptural groups strategically placed within the trees, designed to engage in a dialogue between culture and nature. Orensanz, recognized for fusing art and life, developed a language that has earned him international acclaim, including a UN recognition in 2007 for his contributions to environmental awareness through art. His work's changing chromatic effects, influenced by natural elements, are a key aspect of this garden intervention. Complementing the outdoor installations, the didactic area of the museum displays two audiovisual pieces: 'Videoarte: Consecuencia: Ángel Orensanz en los jardines del Museo del Traje. CIPE' by Miguel Méndez, and 'Visual Art: Rides...' by Ángel Orensanz himself.

Admission and ticket notes

The exhibition is organized by the Museo del Traje. CIPE and is located in the museum's gardens and didactic area on the first floor. Specific ticketing information beyond general museum admission is not detailed on this page.

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Venue
Museum of Costume
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Jul 28, 2011 – Oct 30, 2011
Artist line / attribution
Featuring works by Ángel Orensanz, a prominent Spanish sculptor known for his international projection and large-scale urban interventions.
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