Built by the Marquis of Casa Jiménez in the mid-19th century, it is located in the Central Courtyard of a stately building in the Barrio de Justicia.
VIEW ON GOOGLE MAPSIn "Arquitopía", metal scraps, carton, fabrics, wood blocs and other construction waste are transformed into powerful compositions that inspire us and at the same time invite us to reflect about where do non-useable residues end.
The artist proposes a poetic installation designed for this space that will be shown for the first time within the framework of ARCO.
Under the direction of Elisa Sanz, Mónica Runde and Inés Narváez and with the interpretation of the 10 & 10 Danza company, "Ondine" piece emerges, based on the autobiographical texts of Ondine Perret: the performance of a fragment could be enjoyed in the "About Water" opening. This piece and the musical concept of the event will be curated by Ana Bueno Bueno (Nature).
About Water is Ulf Saupe´s first exhibition in our country. With this exhibition, the artist reminds us the problem of plastic thrown in our oceans and the need to act urgently.
In "Arquitopía", metal scraps, carton, fabrics, wood blocs and other construction waste are transformed into powerful compositions that inspire us and at the same time invite us to reflect about where do non-useable residues end.
"Tez" makes us think about our consumption habits, highlighting the long-lasting products versus the fashion slavery, since the most sustainable product is the one that is designed to last longer.