Elements of ovoid art
Published: 24 September, 2010, 18:13
Edited: 24 September, 2010, 22:24
From painting to sculpture, video art and weird art…A far-reaching display of works from artists from all over the world, from Japan to Finland, is in full swing at Moscow’s Central House of Artists.
The “Art Moscow” exhibition is a timely opportunity to keep up with the latest trends in modern art and a chance to buy any work you like right from the stand, first-hand.
Among the works generating the biggest buzz are colossal creations by Ukranian artist Oksana Mas.
Weighting 250 kilos each and made from no fewer than 2,500 Easter eggs, it is an exercise in craftsmanship and kitsch and a case when size does matter, really.
![]() "The Elements" by Sergey Mironenko |
Paradoxically enough, all the three “egg farm” compositions on display were sold on the opening day of the art fair. In other words, 7,500 eggs went to one client – apparently a big egg fan – for US$300,000, proving the efficiency of the exhibition from the commercial standpoint.
Many artists and entrepreneurs say they take part in the exhibition not only for the sake of art, but also for obvious business reasons.
“We come here to sell art!” confirmed Kaj Forsblom who is taking part in the “Art Moscow” exhibition for the fifth time saying he feels nostalgic as he recalls his first visit to Moscow back in 1987.
Among the most interesting works featured by the Finnish Gallery Forsblom are large, rough, wooden sculptures by an unconventional Finnish artist Veikko Hirvimakl, now residing in Switzerland.
![]() "Brothers and Sisters" by Ruud van Empel |
One of his signature sculptures, The Wolf, literally stands out and can be taken home for $20,000.
Moscow’s Art+Art Gallery also has pretty things to show off. According to the gallery’s Danica Circin, they have chosen to expose some of its most favorite artists, like the cutting-edge German painter, recognized by her passion for patterns, Claudia Rogge, and a versatile award-winning Dutch photographer Ruud van Empel.
But if you are looking for a piece of art with a twist of humor with no frills, explore “The Elements” by Sergey Mironenko, presented by one of Moscow’s most sophisticated art venues, Aidan Gallery.
Made from Murano glass and wood, it was inspired by Mendeleev’s Periodic Table of the Elements. Mironenko’s “creative table of elements” speaks for itself and includes such mythical, or rather whimsical, symbols as Nihilism, Enviat and Schizoid, among others.
And if you happen to find yours, you could always be in your element for just $3,000.
Valeria Paikova, RT
23.09.2010, 18:37
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