The incredible sculptures of Elmgreen & Dragset make reality feel like “Alice in Wonderland” – Huge
A malformation disorder is a distorted size and perceived neurological condition that often causes objects to appear larger or larger than they actually are. Also known as Alice in Wonderland Syndrome, the disease is the foundation of a disorientation exhibition based on the Berlin-based duo Elmgreen & Dragset.
Michael Elmgreen and Ingar Dragset have collaborated since 1995, behind a series of iconic works, perhaps a full-size boutique in the middle of the Texas desert called “Prada Marfa.” This destination installation represents an artist’s enduring interest in reconnecting seemingly common objects to explore how our explanations and perceptions change.
The duo continued the inquiry for their Pace Gallery exhibition in Los Angeles (their first solo exhibition in the city). Alice in Wonderland Syndrome Try some silicone gallery on her desk, zing on her desk, with a cup of coffee and a pile of books nearby. Like the adventure story of IT reference, the big show invites viewers to ask what is real or all the dreams of hallucinations.
Inside is a series of white marble figures recreated on two different scales. These non-descriptive characters wear headphones and VR headphones and look forever distracted and immersed in the technology of their choice. On the gallery wall is a collection of round works by artists Sky Target In tandem, it will expand mirrors and cloudy in stripes or concentric rings. The works of these patterns reflect the broad, open space and debris of the sculpture, although it is through a twisted view.
As we collectively struggle to cope with the weirdness of life in an increasingly digital world, often about the effects of life, Elmgreen & Dragset prompts us to consider how physical existence shapes our understanding and can create incredible experiences alone.
Alice in Wonderland Syndrome It lasts until October 25th. Explore more artists’ work on the gallery’s website.
