Romania 2024
The exhibition culminates in a monumental mosaic installation in Chișinău, Moldova, contrasting traditional socialist public art.
Title: What Work Is
Commissioner: Ioana Ciocan
Curator: Ciprian Mureșan
Artists: Șerban Savu, Atelier Brenda (Nana Esi & Sophie Keij)
The Pavilion explores the history of labor and leisure through 40 paintings spanning 15 years. Titled “What Work Is” the Pavilion explores the history and relationship between work and leisure. Savu draws inspiration from historical realism, Eastern Bloc propaganda art and socialist themes. Inspired by historical realism and socialist themes, challenging conventional depictions of work while advocating for genuine portrayals. The exhibition culminates in a monumental mosaic installation in Chișinău, Moldova, contrasting traditional socialist public art.
VENUE:
Giardini
OPENING TIMES:
Apr 20 – Sept 25 Tue – Sun, 11am – 7pm
Sept 27 – Nov 24 Tue – Sun, 10am – 6pm
ADDRESS
Giardini, Giardini della Biennale, Calle Giazzo, Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy
