
Installation view from Olaf Breuning, Tony Matelli, John Miller at Gary Tatintsian Gallery, 21 Mar–15 Jun, 2014

Installation view from Olaf Breuning, Tony Matelli, John Miller at Gary Tatintsian Gallery, 21 Mar–15 Jun, 2014
Olaf Breuning Schaffhausen, Switzerland, b. 1970
800 kg
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Influenced by a variety of eclectic sources, Olaf Breuning created the series of sculptures from Carrara marble, complementing it by messages drawn from contemporary culture. The catchy quotes, typical of a society driven by kitsch and fast-paced technology, stand in striking contrast to the classical, monumental nature of marble—materials traditionally associated with ancient temples and grand Italian palazzos. This blend of traditions serves as both a tribute to ancient culture and a critical reflection on the simplified spirit of the modern age.
“Well, I would like to be perfect, but I think art shows me that whatever technology I use, my personality pushes through, and there we are… something is not perfect. I like that. We are finally human.” – Olaf Breuning
Exhibitions
Olaf Breuning, Tony Matelli, John Miller. Gary Tatintsian Gallery, Mar 21–Jun 15, 2014
Literature
Olaf Breuning, Tony Matelli, John Miller. Gary Tatintsian Gallery, pp.13