Overview
In the heart of Florence, Sheidlin's exhibition offered visitors an immersive journey into contemporary art. At the center of the show is breathtaking large-scale sculpture, MY CONFUSED THOUGHTS, 2021. This striking piece, a dreamlike visage suspended between sleep and wakefulness, immediately captures the viewer’s attention and invites them into a realm where the boundaries between the conscious and the subconscious blur.
Complementing the sculpture is a carefully curated series of oil paintings and photographs. Each work contributes to an expansive visual narrative, enriching the experience with layers of emotion, memory, and imagination. The interplay between the tactile quality of the paintings, the evocative power of the photographs, and the sculptural centerpiece creates a dialogue that is both reflective and transformative.
Set against the timeless backdrop of Florence—a city renowned for its art and culture—the exhibition not only celebrates innovative contemporary expressions but also redefines the viewer’s encounter with modern artistic practices. Through Sheidlin’s work, visitors are invited to explore the intricate interplay of dreams and reality.
Press:
- ARTRIBUNE: “Ellen Sheidlin – Comprehended by fantasy": [https://www.artribune.com/mostre-evento-arte/ellen-sheidlin-comprehended-by-fantasy ]
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EUROCOMUNICAZIONE: "Ellen Sheidlin inaugura la mostra “Comprehended by Fantasy” a Firenze" by Cecilia Sandroni: [https://www.eurocomunicazione.com/2021/09/25/ellen-sheidlin-inaugura-la-mostra-comprehended-by-fantasy-a-firenze]
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EXIBART: “Ellen Sheidlin – Comprehended by fantasy": [https://www.exibart.com/evento-arte/ellen-sheidlin-comprehended-by-fantasy]
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FLAWLESS: "Comprehended by Fantasy: L’artista Russa Ellen Sheidlin Conquista Firenze": [https://flawless.life/it/italia/firenze/comprehended-by-fantasy-lartista-russa-ellen-sheidlin-conquista-firenze]
Photo: Matteo Lodolo
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