Exhibition „Erwin Wurm. Fichte“ in the Kunstmuseum Wolfsburg

The Kunstmuseum Wolfsburg presents the exhibition „Erwin Wurm. Fichte“ from March 22, 2015 until September 13, 2015.

Exhibition "Erwin Wurm. Fichte" in the Kunstmuseum Wolfsburg

Portrait Erwin Wurm, Studio Wurm, Photo: Eva Würdinger (Source: © VG Bild-Kunst, Bonn 2015)

The Austrian sculptor Erwin Wurm (*1954), internationally known for his „One Minute Sculptures“, his Fat Cars, and deformed objects, transforms the large exhibition hall of the Kunstmuseum Wolfsburg into a German forest. The spectacular presentation of gigantic, real fir trees forms the frame of reference for forty, mainly new sculptural works, sixteen of which were made especially for this show. Responding to Wolfsburg as the city of motorcars, Wurm changes an original Volkswagen van into a Curry Bus, a „fat hot dog stand,“ as he calls it-which will be parked in front of the entrance to the museum, welcoming the visitors. With his bizarrely shaped cars, houses, and figures, the sculptor conveys his own humorous view of everyday objects and life itself-a view that can be somewhat disturbing, as well as philosophical.

Opening matinee March 22, 2015, 11 a.m.

Das Kunstmuseum Wolfsburg wurde im Jahr 1994 eröffnet und kann bereits heute auf eine einzigartige Geschichte mit einer Vielzahl maßgeblicher Ausstellungen und Veranstaltungen zurückblicken. Es ist in kurzer Zeit gelungen, das Haus regional zu verankern und gleichzeitig international Beachtung zu finden. Das Museum ist der Kunst aus Gegenwart und Moderne gewidmet und es vereint die verschiedensten Medien, angefangen von Malerei, über Skulpturen und Fotografie, Video und neue Medien bis zu Mode und Design. Das imposante, modernistische Gebäude im Zentrum der Stadt gelegen, präsentiert auf 3500 qm Ausstellungsfläche sowohl wechselnde Ausstellungen als auch Werke aus der Sammlung.

The Kunstmuseum Wolfsburg was opened in 1994 and can already look back at a unique history with numerous authoritative exhibitions and events. Within a brief period of time, it has been possible for the museum to position itself locally and find international recognition at the same time. The museum is dedicated to modern and contemporary art, combining diverse media ranging from painting, photography and sculpture and the new media to fashion and design. The striking modernist building located in the heart of the city presents temporary exhibitions as well as works from its own collection on 3,500 square meters.

Kontakt
Kunstmuseum Wolfsburg
Christiane Heuwinkel
Hollerplatz 1
38440 Wolfsburg
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