This exhibition, the sculptor's first in Spain, features a collection of seven large-format works displayed free of charge until October 30. The initiative coincides with the institution's centenary and has been organized in collaboration with the specialized Vande gallery.
The sculptures, crafted from plaster, bronze, and aluminum, also incorporate industrial elements such as iron rods and hemp, characteristic of Houseago's style. Among the most notable pieces are ‘Large Walking Figure I’, nearly five meters tall, and the recent ‘Janus-Mirror-Figure’, which illustrates the fusion of classical and contemporary references in his work.
“"His work represents a crossroads of influences where tradition and modernity coexist without hierarchies."
The human figure is the central axis of Houseago's production, as he establishes a dialogue with classical and modern sculpture, from Rodin to Picasso, and integrates allusions to contemporary popular culture, such as David Bowie or Darth Vader, thus expanding his visual spectrum.
Born in Leeds in 1972, the artist trained in London and Amsterdam before settling in Los Angeles in 2004, where he currently resides. His creations have been exhibited in prestigious international institutions such as the Centre Pompidou-Metz, the Royal Academy in London, and the Galleria Borghese in Rome.
The Banca March Garden, located at Calle Castelló, 75, spans over 1,600 square meters and features vegetation, ponds, and works by other artists. This space generally remains closed to the public, opening only on special occasions such as the current exhibition.
