Lina Iris Viktor: Red Season
Lina Iris Viktor's "Red Season" exhibition showcases eight mixed-media works that delve into the intersections of time, culture, and human experience. Drawing on a diverse array of influences, including ancient symbols and motifs, Viktor's compositions are constructed from materials such as 24-karat gold, jute fiber, banana yarn, and silk. Salon 94 at 3 E 89th St, New York, NY, 10128. Runs through March 29, 2025.
This exhibition will take place at Salon 94 at 3 E 89th St, New York, NY, 10128. Runs through March 29, 2025.
Exhibition Description
Liberian-British artist Lina Iris Viktor presents "Red Season," showcases Viktor's unique visual language that intertwines contemporary artistic expression with historical resonance, exploring themes of time, culture, and human experience. Her use of deep reds and burgundy hues taps into the archetypal significance of red, particularly inspired by the Dogon people of Mali, where the color is associated with femininity, transformation, and spirituality. Drawing on influences ranging from Babylonian cosmologies to Dogon architectural principles, Viktor's compositions incorporate ancient symbols and motifs, utilizing traditional materials such as 24-karat gold, jute fiber, banana yarn, and silk. Her limited palette, anchored by deep reds and rich burgundy hues, emphasizes the spiritual and cultural significance of these elements, reflecting her exploration of red, particularly rosso pompeiano or Pompeian red, and its historical and symbolic meanings. This exhibition continues Viktor's exploration of color symbolism and materiality, offering viewers a rich, immersive experience that bridges ancient traditions with contemporary artistic expression.
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