Delve into 'Nightfall. New Tendencies in Figurative Painting,' a significant presentation of current figurative works by over twenty artists from nine countries. Inspired by Isaac Asimov's story, the exhibition delves into themes of social crisis, isolation, and humanity's relationship with nature. This survey provides a unique look at contemporary art reflecting global changes and collective consciousness.
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This exhibition surveys contemporary figurative painting by over twenty international artists, inspired by Isaac Asimov's 'Nightfall'. It delves into themes of social crisis, loneliness, and the conflict between humanity and nature.
The exhibition 'Nightfall. New Tendencies in Figurative Painting' presents a significant survey of current figurative painting, featuring the works of more than twenty artists from nine countries. The core theme is inspired by Isaac Asimov's 1941 short story, posing questions about societal and planetary transformation during an extended solar eclipse. The participating artists explore themes such as social crisis, uncertainty, loneliness, isolation, the escalating tension between civilization and nature, and the internal and external struggles of individuals within society. The exhibition interprets contemporary figurative painting through a socio-political context, reflecting a topical engagement with apocalyptic and transformative narratives. The exhibition is organized in collaboration with the Centre for Modern and Contemporary Art in Debrecen (MODEM), where it had its premiere. Curator Jane Neal has curated a collection that captures the intuitive leanings towards apocalyptic thinking as a symptom of global changes and shifts in collective consciousness. The participating artists include Karin Mamma Andersson, Hernan Bas, Marius Bercea, Zsolt Bodoni, Martin Eder, Tim Eitel, Adrian Ghenie, Cantemir Hausi, Chantal Joffe, Victor Man, Justin Mortimer, Daniel Pitín, Vitaly Pushnitsky, Neo Rauch, Daniel Richter, Serban Savu, David Schnell, Mircea Suciu, Attila Szűcs, Alexander Tinei, Caroline Walker, and Matthias Weischer.
Admission is voluntary. Last entry to the exhibition is strictly 30 minutes before closing time.
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