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Søren Sejr, The Grey Silver Fox, 2024, Acrylic, oil and oilstick on canvas, Oak frame, 120 x 85 cm © The Artist, Image Courtesy Jacob Bjorn Gallery, Photography by Jacob Friis-Holm Nielsen
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Contemporary Art Shows In May 2024 For Minimalist Art Lovers

May has some wonderful shows in store for lovers of minimalist art. Until May 10, Søren Sejr’s latest colorful works can be seen at the Jacob Bjorn Gallery in Aarhus. In Berlin, Galerie Max Hetzler is presenting works by the renowned painter Sean Scully. In Menorca, Hauser & Wirth is honoring the sculptor Eduardo Chillida...

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Line Nilsen, NATT II, 2022, Silk, Cotton, Paper, 75 cm x 75 cm © The Artist
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Line Nilsen – Tactile Emotions

Line Nilsen (b. 1985) is a Norwegian designer, textile artist and hand weaver who specializes in hand-woven artworks. She finds her inspiration in the...
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Is Minimalist Art Too Intellectual? Abstract Painting created with Midjourney by Aesence

Is Minimalist Art Too Intellectual?

It shouldn’t be a surprise that I’m a big fan of minimalist art. I love writing about this subject and exploring it. The thoughts, spiritual and/or philosophical background of the artist particularly...

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Beyond Horror Vacui: Emptiness in Minimalist Art

The concept of emptiness is a fascinating paradox – for some, it is an invitation, a symbol of freedom and infinite possibilities. For others, emptiness evokes a feeling of insecurity and fear,...

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Minimalist Lamp "Nomade"
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NOMADE Table Lamp by hollis+morris

The NOMADE Lamp is the result of a collaboration between Design Milk and hollis+morris, a renowned Toronto-based furniture and lighting design brand. This versatile...
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27 October → 28 April 2024Lee Ufan RetrospectiveHamburger Bahnhof - Nationalgalerie der GegenwartMore Info
05 April → 10 May 2024Søren Sejr: I Call This ColorJacob Bjorn GalleryMore Info
10 April → 11 May 2024Andreas Diaz Andersson: “Vattendroppar”Cadogan Gallery MilanMore Info

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Antonia Ferrer, Cuerdas, Oil on primed canvas, 163x130x5cm © The Artist, Image Courtesy Alzueta Gallery


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