Town-gown conflict

More about the book

The Museum Bärengasse, currently hosting the Kunsthalle Zürich, is an unconventional space for contemporary art, featuring a labyrinth of small rooms adorned with intricate paneling and ceramic stoves. The exhibition "Town-Gown Conflict" showcases artists and designers, including Lucy McKenzie, Verena Dengler, and others, who delve into textiles as a medium that raises social issues. Textiles here encompass fashion—both industrial and handcrafted—as well as craft practices like tapestry weaving and embroidery. The exhibition also examines the relationship between textiles and fine art, highlighting their role in installations and as inspiration for visual art. This publication seeks to translate the exhibition experience into book form, featuring an essay by Lucy McKenzie that discusses the strategic placement of artworks to create meaningful juxtapositions. It includes contributions about each artist from Constance Barrère Dangleterre, Catriona Duffy, and others. The book is rich with installation views and is part of the Kunsthalle Zürich series, providing a comprehensive look at the themes and artists involved in the exhibition.