"Fallen Feather" by Gideon Horváth is a delicate sculpture composed of a white, elongated form resembling a feather bound with textured, rope-like elements. The use of porcelain enhances the piece's fragility, juxtaposed with its inherent resilience. The work embodies an abstract interpretation of natural forms, adopting a minimalist approach that emphasizes texture and shadow. Horváth's style embraces ecological and queer theories, reflecting on the interconnectedness and transformation within nature. This sculpture invites viewers to contemplate the fragility and strength of identity and nature, resonating with Horváth's themes of vulnerability and resilience. ...
Gideon Horváth engages with queer and ecological theories through sculptural installations that challenge anthropocentrism and dualistic worldviews, creating space for sensual and intuitive experiences. His installations invite viewers to engage with his subjects through perceptual and emotional interaction. A central element of Horváth’s practice is his use of beeswax, which he considers a “queer material” due to its ambivalence, fluidity, and constant process of becoming. This material embodies both sensitivity and resilience, reflecting his interest in vulnerability, transformation, and the cycles of nature. He also works with other materials that appear fragile but possess inherent strength, such as porcelain, emphasizing the interplay between delicacy and endurance. Through his sculptural and performative work, Horváth explores ecological and queer histories, subcultures, and materiality, creating immersive environments that provoke reflection on identity, memory, and the interdependence of humans and the natural world. ...
