Transitory Body (Mask)

Artist: Andreas Senoner
Info: Linden wood & Lichens · 80 x 17 x 23 cm · 2024

Price: 7.400,00 € (+VAT)

Interrested? Contact Gallerist, Patrik Steinhauser, for further information.
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Andreas Senoner

Andreas Senoner’s artistic exploration resonates deeply with the concept of post-humanism, as he ventures into the intersection of organic materials and human existence. His sculptures serve as intricate reflections on metamorphosis, heritage, and the layers of existence, both symbolic and material.

In Senoner’s work, the selected materials, predominantly sourced from the natural world – such as wood, feathers, lichens, and beeswax – become integral to the narrative of transformation. Each material carries with it a history of evolution, a story of adaptation and change over time. By meticulously considering the origins and evolutionary paths of these elements, Senoner highlights the interconnectedness between the individual, their evolving environment, and the forces that shape their transformation.

Central to Senoner’s practice is the use of wood, a material rich with symbolic significance. Wood, as a natural element, serves as a repository of memories, bearing witness to the passage of time before, during, and after the artistic process. Through his sculptures, Senoner reimagines traditional sculptural techniques in a contemporary context, crafting a language deeply rooted in the concrete nature of his chosen materials and themes.

In the context of this exhibition, Senoner’s work invites viewers to contemplate the evolving relationship between humanity and nature. His sculptures serve as catalysts for dialogue, prompting viewers to reflect on their own memories and experiences in parallel with the narratives embedded within the artworks. Through his exploration of organic materials and the narratives they embody, Senoner challenges us to reconsider our understanding of human existence in a world where the boundaries between natural and artificial, human and non-human, are increasingly blurred.

[Alice Zucca]