French artist Baptiste deBombourg (of stapler fame) has added some new pieces to his Aggravures series, even more intricate and intense than the 35,000 to 450,000 staples he used before. These were unveiled for his recently launched solo exhibit Agony in the Garden at Düsseldorf Cologne Open Galleries—from September 7 to October 27—and feature a slightly twisted scene of the crucifixion.
“The subversive motive choice of a double-headed Jesus,” describes the official exhibit statement, “established a sensible moment of uncertainty that leaves room for metaphysical and spiritual doubt… Through the use of staples carved in wood the suffering of Christ is almost physically tangible.”
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