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The "Cake and Lemon Eaters" Exhibition: Viktor Pivovarov & Ged Quinn's Dialogue with Painting at Rudolfinum Gallery

A curated selection of works exploring still life and reinterpreting European art history through contemporary narratives.

The "Cake and Lemon Eaters" exhibition at Rudolfinum Gallery brought together Russian artist Viktor Pivovarov and British artist Ged Quinn. This presentation centered on their distinct approaches to still life, demonstrating a profound engagement with the legacy of European painting. Visitors explored how both artists moved from historical meanings to fluid, contemporary interpretations, often infused with humor and narrative depth.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition presents a focused selection of works by Russian painter Viktor Pivovarov and British painter Ged Quinn, emphasizing still life. The artists explore a deep connection to the history of European painting, navigating from established meanings to the fluid interpretations of the present day, often with a touch of humor.

Curatorial context

The exhibition 'Cake and Lemon Eaters' brings together Russian painter Viktor Pivovarov (born 1937) and British painter Ged Quinn (born 1963) to showcase a curated selection of their significant works, with a particular focus on still life. Both artists are united by their profound engagement with the history of European painting. They move from the certainty of canonized meanings towards the fluid mosaic of shifted narratives and ambiguous interpretations prevalent today. Their paintings serve as a dialogue with inherited tradition, reinterpreting visions from historical painting and exploring ideas that traverse time, often infused with a lighthearted, humorous exaggeration. The exhibition curator was Petr Nedoma. A publication was also released for the exhibition, including an essay by the curator, artist biographies, and reproductions of the exhibited works.

Admission and ticket notes

The page details visitor information for past exhibitions generally, mentioning last entry 30 minutes before closing and optional return visits. However, specific ticketing details for this archived exhibition are not provided, and current museum admission policies would apply for current shows. This archived exhibition does not have specific ticket information available here beyond general entry notes from its time. The related publication is available for purchase at a discounted price of 150 CZK (originally 280 CZK). Visitor information regarding last entry and the option for return visits for those with limited time was provided for the exhibition's run. The museum's address is Alšovo nábřeží 12, 110 00 Praha 1.

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Venue
Galerie Rudolfinum
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Feb 7, 2014 – Apr 20, 2014
Artist line / attribution
Featuring works by Russian painter Viktor Pivovarov (born 1937) and British painter Ged Quinn (born 1963).
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