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Nowadays, if you think of neoliberalism, capitalism, government control or any other of the recent paranoia that the free market has created in the global village, art galleries, believe it or not, are part of the tip of the iceberg. Very simple, the art market continues to be a very good economic investment, no matter what many people say, it does not solve much, or, when it comes to current issues such as the economic crisis problems of migration, xenophobia and gender discrimination. Clearly, these issues are the inspiration of many artists and politicians, however, despite the conceptual and the “goodwill” of many, the work of certain artists is linked with the market of contemporary art that although in their proposals condemns the recent miseries of humanity, does almost nothing to avoid investing in invisible or conceptual works, that do not do anything to reduce the daily drama that people live around the world.
On the other hand, the aesthetic experience the works and their functionality caused by the “white cube” in which they are presented it is simply overwhelming. In fact, not all art have to have a political view, but it is alarming that galleries and museums are used as a space for democratic or multiple dynamic, engaged in a discourse that already sounds like conservative, but that solves nothing.
However, in Vienna the Secession Gallery is a space that for many years has been presenting innovative and radical proposals of contemporary art. We should remember that this space was organized as an association of visual artists from Vienna back in 1897, presenting its first exhibition the following year, when the building was completed by Joseph M. Olbrich. Among the members of the first artists´ association were people like Gustva Klimt, Anton Stark, Emil Orlik and Wilhelm, to name a few.
Today, Secession is the oldest independent gallery in the world dedicated exclusively to contemporary art. Its objectives are to present the cutting edge and Austrian and international art, as well as keeping the dialogue open to experimental approaches in the arts. Currently, Stephen Prina´s works are being exhibited; his installation “As I Remembered It” displays pieces of pink furniture, platforms and volumes related to the everyday space of the home, as well as the works of Saskia Olde Wolbe who uses textures and symbolism of nature in constant development and expansion. The gallery also has many educational and informational programs for more information, visit the following website: http://www.secession.at/
SISTER RAY
Nothing better than getting apartments in Vienna going to Secession gallery and appreciating the best of the contemporary art of Vienna. Highly recommended for art lovers, gallery owners and economists.
Translated by: Hans
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