Karl Orth: Seen and Unseen

The Agora Gallery (530 West 25th Street, Chelsea, New York, NY, 10001) is proud to present Karl Orth in Figuratively Speaking. Scheduled to run from January 6th through January 27th, the collection will feature a captivating selection of Karl Orth's iron sculptures.

About Karl Orth:

Although iron is a strong metal, in the hands of a master sculptor it can be rendered to exhibit tender emotions. German artist Karl Orth has the gift of being able to bend and mold this ordinary material in such ways that it takes on human properties. Working with wrought, welded, and abraded iron, he creates sculptures of people caught in varied moments of the human experience. His works show people who are absentminded, who are absorbed in meaningful thought, and who struggle with conflict.
Orth’s style is simple. His sculptures’ faces are, for the most part, without much detail. Rather, expression is shown through the contour of their bodies. Heads bow solemnly, legs stretch and lunge, arms rest on hips or reach out, and bodies contort into awkward poses. Apart from their varied poses, height, and sex, though, the people look nearly identical. Though they are small in stature (12-18 inches), they are big in depth of character.

Figuratively Speaking exposes issues of conflict and resolution; juxtaposing abstraction and realism with existential themes that speak of the human condition. While seeking a similar contemplation, the artists featured in The Revelry of Energy are crafting a very personal artistic language and technique. Modern in their appeal, the abstract paintings’ brilliant colors and unique styles explore the artists’ individual narratives and visionary experiences. In Reverie of Form sees artists experiment with unusual materials and styles, eerily beautiful sculptures have been paired with soulful portraiture and sprawling landscapes. This impressive selection of artists will thrill audiences looking to explore the abundant variety of the contemporary art scene.

Exhibition Dates: January 6, 2009 through January 27. 2009
Opening Reception: Thursday, January 8, 2009, 6-8 pm
Gallery Location: 530 West 25th Street, Chelsea, New York
Gallery Hours: Tues - Sat, 11am-6pm

AGORA GALLERY
Agora Gallery New York established in 1984, is a fine art gallery dedicated to the promotion of national and international artists, providing quality and original art to established and emerging collectors and catering to special events in support of fine art. The gallery is also the publisher of ARTisSpectrum Magazine and the sponsor of Art-Mine.com
Angela Di Bello Director
530 West 25th Street,
Chelsea, New York City, NY
10001, USA

Agora Gallery
530 West 25th St
Chelsea, NY 10001
212-226-4151

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