Victoria KLOTZ, Guests of the Abode (June-October 2013). Beauvais (France)
Right in the middle of these two sites for getting around or for roaming, for
encounter or for a relaxing moment, the artist stages twelve wild animals
(lifesize) on tables and chairs; made in polyethylene, they include an elk, a
crane, a boar, a monk seal, a polar bear, etc.
The introduction of these lifelike animal species into the urban environment
evokes the animal's place in the city, and more especially the theme of table
companionship and the shared public space. Both at hand and elusive, these
surprising guests indeed have come to seek food and shelter in the world of
humans; they remind us that Man and animal have lived together since the dawn
of time.
Born in 1969, Victoria Klotz maintains an on-going dialogue with Nature. Taking
the form of installations, itineraries for observation or approaches to
listening, her works compose environments in which our animal side is explored,
as well as the conflictual relationship we maintain with the natural world.
Playing on a diversity of artistic techniques, and effects of illusion and
confusion, the artist calls on the share of emotion binding Man to animals, to
re-establish the delicate balance between Nature and culture.
Temporary installation from June 1st to October 20th, 2013
Contact:
victoria.klotz@gmail.com