This image appears to depict a close-up view of a dried, wrinkled, and earthy-toned fungus or mushroom. The overall composition features an abstract organic form with a symmetrical, almost sculptural quality. The textured surface and rich, mottled tones evoke a sense of natural decay and the passage of time. The artist's use of close-up framing and careful lighting emphasizes the intricate, almost alien-like details of the subject matter. The work may suggest themes of the fragility and resilience of natural forms, or explore the boundary between the familiar and the uncanny in the natural world. ...
DES BAINS is a contemporary art gallery based in London, founded by Maria Valeria Biondo and Elisa Rossetto. The gallery collaborates closely with artists, theorists, and writers whose work explores the intersection of personal and collective experiences within today’s complex social and political landscapes. Rooted in a collaborative research methodology, DES BAINS focuses on themes such as psychogeography, the politics of human movement, borders, land, and belonging. The gallery is dedicated to promoting emerging and underrepresented artists, fostering critical discourse and expanding contemporary art ecologies.
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