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Zsolt Nagy: Works In Wood – Abstract Sculptures at the Gold and Silversmith Museum

Experience Zsolt Nagy's sculptural exploration of positive and negative space, light, and form through minimalist wooden pieces.

The Gold and Silversmith Museum hosts Zsolt Nagy's 'Works In Wood' exhibition. Visitors can discover abstract wooden sculptures exploring perceptions of positive and negative space, alongside the interplay of light and shadow. Nagy's minimalist color palette emphasizes each unique form and the subtle transitions between edges. This collection showcases his artistic journey and mastery of wood as a preferred medium.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition showcases abstract wooden sculptures by Zsolt Nagy, who began pursuing his artistic ambitions after retirement. His works explore the perception of positive and negative space, light and darkness, and the interplay of transitions, with a minimalist color palette emphasizing form.

Curatorial context

Following his retirement, Zsolt Nagy realized his long-held artistic aspirations by experimenting with sculptural techniques and materials such as concrete and wood. His sculptures are designed to play with the viewer's perception of positive and negative space, the experience of light and shadow, and the transition between soft and sharp edges. Utilizing a minimal color palette, each form is allowed to speak for itself. Wood has become his preferred medium for his current works. The exhibition runs from April 23 to June 25, 2025. Visitors are welcome during the museum's regular opening hours. The artworks are available for purchase.

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Works are available for purchase. Visitors are welcome during the museum's opening hours. Further information on visiting can be found on the museum's website.

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Gold and Silversmith Museum
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Open now
Exhibition schedule
From Apr 23, 2025
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Featuring works by Zsolt Nagy.
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