Phoebus Rotterdam
Eendrachtsweg 61 3012 LG Rotterdam
Fri–Sun 12.30-17.30
Wed/Thu by appointment only
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26 Oct–7 Dec
Main Gallery: 'Millefleurs' – Esther Bruggink, solo exhibition.
Esther Bruggink's (Groningen, 1971) sculptures often originate from fairy tales and myths, yet each creates its own unique narrative, in which an underlying, poignant tension is palpable. Bruggink emphasises the vulnerability of her creations not only through their subject matter but also through their materials. The polyester film she uses is fragile and translucent, hand-sewn in pieces with a surgical needle. Sometimes, she applies a layer of embroidery thread or red-dyed rubber directly beneath the film, like branches within the body that only become visible through backlighting on the transparent surface of the polyester. Bruggink's recent work is different in both material and appearance. While her earlier work is light, expectant, and resigned to its fate, her new job seems to scream from within. The innocent vulnerability goes hand in hand with an oppressive inner turmoil.
**26 Oct | Sun | 15.00–17.00: Exhibition Opening
**22 Nov | Sat | 15.00: Meet the Artist
12 Dec–1 Feb
Main Gallery: ‘Millefleurs’ – Regula M. Müller, solo exhibition
**14 Dec | Sun | 15.00–17.00: Exhibition Opening
from 15 Feb
Main Gallery: Rick van Strien, solo exhibition
**15 Feb | Sun | 15.00–17.00: Exhibition Opening
until 11 Jan
Ladenkastproject: ‘925’ with Bima Engels, Liesbeth van der Zee, Ursina
Guldenmond-Netzer, Emily Kocken, Boyd Brian Smith, Gert-Jan Prins,
Ceola Tunstall-Behrens
