One of Ireland’s leading sculptors, Warren uses this opportunity to open up the social consciousness of his work and conceive a piece that will tilt previous commentators who restricted his output to the confines of minimalism. A major installation will be accompanied by recent individual work that references his childhood and family.
Warren has conceived a piece specific to the main gallery space of the RHA. The structure of this work has evolved from the impression made upon him by a structure within the crucifixion scene depicted in La Calvaire by Mantegna (1431-1506), as well as the philosophies surrounding structure, materiality and physicality. A large platform, Piazza, measuring over 11 by 11 metres, will create a dialogue with the architecture of the space. The sheer physical presence of the work will invite the viewer to walk across the piece and become part of Warren’s piazza.
Warren is known for his considerate use of materials, often allowing the quality of the material to become the dominant issue; however the importance he places on proportion and how a piece relates to the space where it is placed, will make this exhibition a must-see.
‘Sculpture is an expression of matter, the same matter that comprises the world and is subject to the strains of existence and the accidental.’
Of Weights and Wings
Michael Warren
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Date:
19 Jan, 2007 - 25 Feb, 2007 -
Time:
Monday – Sunday: 11:00 – 17:00 Wednesday Late Opening: 11.00 – 20.00 -
Price:
Free -
Info:
Visitor Safety
We look forward to welcoming you at the RHA.
In line with Covid-19 safety protocols, visitors will be asked to wear a mask.Opening Times
Gallery Hours:
Mon – Sat: 11 – 17
Sun: 12 – 17
Wed Late Opening: 11 – 18.30Office Hours:
Mon – Fri: 10 – 17Admission Always Free. Donations Always Welcome.
Getting Here
15 Ely Place, Dublin 2, D02 A213
Tel: +353 (0)1 661 2558
Email: info@rhagallery.ieThe Royal Hibernian Academy is located in the city centre of Dublin, adjacent to the National Gallery of Ireland and National Museum of Ireland and within close proximity to a wide variety of public transport services, such as Dublin Bus (Routes: 39A, 46A and 145) and Dart (Pearse Dart Station).
Access
There is plenty of parking available in the neighbourhood and the RHA is fully wheelchair accessible.
Cafe
Margadh RHA is a speciality food and wine outlet from the people behind Margadh Howth, Mamó Restaurant, Elm Epicurean and Barrow Market. The wine bar serves morning fare, lunch, hampers and gifts.
Mon – Sat: 11 – 17
Tues – Sat: 9 – 15
Sun: 12 – 17
