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Wirklichkeiten in der Kunst: Exploring Reality Through Ingeborg G. Pluhar and Christian Skrein's Art

This exhibition presents compelling collages and photography that delve into imagination and the perception of reality in art.

Step into the artistic world of Ingeborg G. Pluhar and Christian Skrein as their exhibition, 'Wirklichkeiten in der Kunst,' critically examines how art portrays reality. This curated selection of collages and photographic works explores the intricate interplay between what is imagined and what is perceived. Discover how these artists challenged established norms and prompted viewers to question everyday perceptions through innovative techniques.

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This exhibition features collages and photographs by Ingeborg G. Pluhar and Christian Skrein, exploring the complex relationship between imagination and reality. The works challenge conventional perceptions of photography and delve into how artistic representation shapes our understanding of the world.

Curatorial context

The exhibition "Wirklichkeiten in der Kunst – Ingeborg G. Pluhar, Christian Skrein" presents a curated selection of collages and photographs that critically examine the concept of reality in art. The featured artists, Ingeborg G. Pluhar and Christian Skrein, were part of a generation that challenged established norms through their artistic practices. Their works, created using various photographic techniques, investigate the interplay between imagination and reality, prompting viewers to look beyond surface appearances and question their everyday perceptions. The exhibition highlights how these artists, particularly within the context of Austria's conservative society in the late 1960s and the broader socio-political movements of the time, used art as a means of inquiry and subtle revolution. Ingeborg G. Pluhar, born in 1944, studied under Fritz Wotruba and has exhibited widely, while Christian Skrein, born in 1945, began his career in photography and later became known for his collections and publications.

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Featuring artists Ingeborg G. Pluhar (b. 1944) and Christian Skrein (b. 1945).
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