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FORMS OF NATURE
CHARLES BIRNBAUM SOLO SHOW | 5.3 - 5.26 -
BLANK SPACE proudly presents 'Forms of Nature,' a solo exhibition featuring works by Charles Birnbaum. Birnbaum, a multidisciplinary artist based in New York, specializes in sculpture and photography. His sculptures, entirely handmade from porcelain, intricately reflect forms found in nature. They possess a distinctly primordial origin and evoke elements of the Baroque era, albeit with a wilder, more animalistic essence. Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Charles Birnbaum and explore the intriguing beauty of his creations.
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Charles Birnbaum
Wall Piece No.22, 2018Porcelain
23 1/2 x 23 x 5 1/2 in
59.7 x 58.4 x 14 cm -
DIFFERENT ANGLES of Wall Piece No.22, 2018
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detailed images of wall piece no.22
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The sculptures feature bone-white surfaces that contrast sharply with the lively, organic forms, creating a striking tension and perceived motion. Intricate patterns and textures further enhance this visual and tactile dissonance, inviting active engagement from the viewer.
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Charles Birnbaum
Wall Piece No.29, 2020Porcelain
26 1/2 x 20 x 6 in
67.3 x 50.8 x 15.2 cm -
DIFFERENT ANGLES of Wall Piece No.29, 2020
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"I push at boundaries, exploring places where the forms beckon the beholders and animate the work."
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Charles Birnbaum's art challenges viewers' predictable classifications, encouraging them to question and expand their unconscious responses for a richer aesthetic experience. He delves into a deeper understanding of Carl Jung’s theories of archetypes and the balance of opposing sexual character traits. In addition to Jung, the artist draws inspiration from Ernst Haeckel's Botanical Imagery.
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Charles Birnbaum
Black & White Composition No.3, 2019Porcelain and Black 2.0 acrylic paint
18 x 38 x 5 in
45.7 x 96.5 x 12.7 cm -
DETAILS OF BLACK & WHITE COMPOSITION NO.3
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Charles Birnbaum
Wall Piece No.31, 2020Porcelain
19 x 19 x 6 1/2 in
48.3 x 48.3 x 16.5 cm -
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Video of Charles Birnbaum's Works
Take a quick look into Charles Birnbaum's works through this video, showcasing close-up and moving clips of the artist's creations. The dead bone-white surfaces and undulating patterns across organic forms create a striking tension, inviting viewers to engage actively with the work. The handcrafted textures on porcelain are truly a marvel, enhancing both the visual and tactile experience of the artwork. -
Charles Birnbaum
Wall Piece No.25, 2018Porcelain
21 x 23 x 6 1/2 in
53.3 x 58.4 x 16.5 cm -
DIFFERENT ANGLES of Wall Piece No.25, 2018
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Detailed images of WALL PIECE NO.25, 2018
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Behind the Scenes - Charles Birnbaum's Studio
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Charles Birnbaum's sculptures are in multiple private and public collections worldwide, including in the Kapfenberg Cultural Center, Austria, and the MoMCA in Mino, Japan. His works have been shown across the United States, Europe, and Asia.
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