• 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.

  • Charles Birnbaum, Wall Piece No.22, 2018

    Charles Birnbaum

    Wall Piece No.22, 2018
    Porcelain
    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

    CHARLES BIRNBAUM, WALL PIECE NO.22, 2018

    CHARLES BIRNBAUM

    WALL PIECE NO.22, 2018
    "My sculptures originate from a primal source, drawing inspiration from the Baroque era but with a wild and animalistic twist."
  • detailed images of wall piece no.22

  • 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.
  • Charles Birnbaum, Wall Piece No.29, 2020

    Charles Birnbaum

    Wall Piece No.29, 2020
    Porcelain
    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

    CHARLES BIRNBAUM, WALL PIECE NO.29, 2020

    CHARLES BIRNBAUM

    WALL PIECE NO.29, 2020
    Each section of the work is it's own universe, inviting the viewer to gaze upon the piece for hours, constantly discovering new facets of the work.
  • detailed images of wall piece no.29

  • "I push at boundaries, exploring places where the forms beckon the beholders and animate the work." 
  • 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.
  • Charles Birnbaum, Black & White Composition No.3, 2019

    Charles Birnbaum

    Black & White Composition No.3, 2019
    Porcelain 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

  • Charles Birnbaum, Wall Piece No.31, 2020

    Charles Birnbaum

    Wall Piece No.31, 2020
    Porcelain
    19 x 19 x 6 1/2 in
    48.3 x 48.3 x 16.5 cm
  • Charles Birnbaum, Wall Piece No.31, 2020

    Charles Birnbaum

    Wall Piece No.31, 2020
    "I aim to challenge viewers' instinctual classifications, prompting them to question and expand their unconscious responses."
  • 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, 2018

    Charles Birnbaum

    Wall Piece No.25, 2018
    Porcelain
    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

    Charles Birnbaum, Wall Piece No.25, 2018

    Charles Birnbaum

    Wall Piece No.25, 2018
    Inspiration from Ernst Haeckel's Botanical Imagery; Birnbaum is fascinated by the natural growth forms of these organisms and endeavors to recreate them in his works, infusing his art with a captivating blend of psychological exploration and organic beauty.
  • Detailed images of WALL PIECE NO.25, 2018

  • 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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