el anatsui
Art grows out of each particular situation, and I believe that artists are better off working with whatever their environment throws up.
- El Anatsui, 2003
El Anatsui, a native of Ghana, is renowned for his rich, colorful textiles woven from found objects including bottle caps and debris. Absolutely gorgeous work. See for yourself at the Jack Shainman Gallery.
February 11-March 13, 2010
Opening reception: Wednesday, February 10, 6-8pm
Jack Shainman Gallery
513 West 20th Street, NYC
tel. 212.645.1701
Tuesday-Saturday: 10am-6pm
Amazing work, has to be seen in person and up close. One man’s trash is another man’s treasure. Last night, standing before one of his works I envisioned rolling waves, last time I saw a piece in the MET, I was just in awe of the scale and beauty.
Nice pics,
David