Many of the exhibitions in the Douglas Hyde Gallery’s 2014 programme make reference to minimalism, austerity, and restraint; this is one of them.
Giorgio Griffa’s paintings comprise simple coloured patterns that are sensitively articulated on plain spacious backgrounds; in his use of repetitive gestures on unstretched canvas and linen he conveys a sense of meditative concentration and harmony. When a work is complete, it is carefully folded and stored until it is ready to be displayed again, whereupon it is simply pinned on the wall in a relaxed and elegant manner.
His work is directly linked to the Arte Povera movement in 1960s Italy, which employed everyday or humble materials to make objects that were richly evocative in meaning.
Culture Ireland and The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon present Isabel Nolan’s commission for the Irish Pavilion at the 61st International Art Exhibition — La Biennale di Venezia running until Sunday 22 November 2026.
Acknowledging the crucial role artists play in influencing and shaping other artistic practices, The Artist’s Eye series asks those exhibiting in Gallery 1 to invite an artist of influence to present work in Gallery 2. In this instalment, Edith Karlson has invited artist Olivia Normile.
This winter, The Douglas Hyde is delighted to present Well, well, well, the first solo exhibition in Ireland by Edith Karlson. Her practice has established her as one of the most compelling sculptural voices in Europe today, following her acclaimed presentation representing Estonia at the 60th International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia in […]
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