Full house

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This carefully designed publication serves as a guide for the group show FULL HOUSE while also functioning as a game or game set. It goes beyond merely reflecting the exhibition’s title or a specific hand of cards; it presents historical facts and anecdotes about Molsdorf Palace and its former owner, Count Gustav Adolph von Gotter, alongside information about participating artists and their works. Readers can explore these elements on three textual layers, emphasizing that history is a construct shaped by numerous perspectives. The unique group show features 13 fantastical works of contemporary art and design that connect to the rich history of Molsdorf Palace and its owner, whose rise and fall mirror the tale of Grimm’s fisherman and his wife, albeit with a profligate twist. This narrative highlights the ephemeral nature of property and prestige, reminding us that such desires are fleeting. Thus, it becomes essential to savor these experiences. The exhibition includes contributions from various artists, curated by Silke Opitz, showcasing the interplay between art and history in this remarkable setting.