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Collections, Catalogs & Exhibitions - Éloge de la Lumière: Pierre Soulages - Tanabe Chikuunsai IV. In praise of light

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Book Synopsis: Brings together two masters of light and darkness, materiality and abstraction, French painter Pierre Soulages and Japanese bamboo artist Tanabe Chikuunsai IV. The catalog for a show at the Baur Foundation in Switzerland, a museum of Far Eastern Art, from November 2021 - March 2022. This catalog documents an exhibition at the Baur Foundation that brings together work by the French painter Pierre Soulages (b.1919) and the Japanese master bamboo artist Tanabe Chikuunsai IV (b. 1973). Soulages, still working at 102 years old, has painted almost exclusively in black since 1979 and is known as the “master of luminous blacks”. Tanabe Chikuunsai IV is a renowned bamboo artist, known for his twisting organic sculptures and room-sized installations made from tiger or black bamboo. The aim of this exhibition is to explore how their work resonates, despite different approaches, in the dark and light effects of their materials.Text in French and English. Published to accompany an exhibition at the Baur Foundation in Switzerland, a museum of Far Eastern Art, from November 2021–March 2022.

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Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of light and darkness with Éloge de la Lumière: Pierre Soulages - Tanabe Chikuunsai IV. This captivating catalog documents the exquisite exhibition at the Baur Foundation, Switzerland, where the artistic realms of French painter Pierre Soulages and Japanese bamboo artist Tanabe Chikuunsai IV collide in a mesmerizing display of contrast and harmony. Explore the profound connection between Soulages' mastery of luminous blacks and Chikuunsai's intricate bamboo sculptures, a true celebration of materiality and abstraction.

Step into a realm where tradition meets innovation, where the strokes of Soulages' paintbrush intertwine with the organic forms of Chikuunsai's bamboo creations. The fusion of these two art forms creates an unparalleled sensory experience, inviting you to delve into the rich depths of their dark and light effects. Witness the seamless harmony between two different worlds, beautifully encapsulated in the pages of this bilingual publication.

Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of artistic brilliance that transcends cultural boundaries and redefines the notions of light and darkness. Éloge de la Lumière: Pierre Soulages - Tanabe Chikuunsai IV is not just a catalog; it is a journey through the minds and hearts of two visionary artists whose work continues to inspire and captivate audiences around the world. Elevate your collection with this unique publication that pays homage to the beauty of contrast and harmony.

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