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Willy Verginer: magic realism

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Willy Verginer is nowadays considered one of the leaders of magic realism. His distinctive style has garnered him much attention, and his works have been exhibited around the globe.

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Simultaneously lifelike and whimsical, Verginer’s wooden sculptures are dipped in bold colours and patterns, lending a touch of surrealism to what is initially figurative. Worked in the round in full relief, the sculptures rise up from their mass and material weight into their surrounding space.

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Verginer’s sharp and at times embattled handling of the wood manifests something altogether new from a rather ancient material and art form. Willy Verginer doesn’t make statues; rather, he creates images in action.

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His work has been exhibited in numerous art shows in Europe since 1993, including site specific installations  such as his outstanding piece “Cecità assoulta” composed by numerous characters positioned around a  floating pier.

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In 2011 he was invited to the 54th International Venice Biennale to represent the Region of Trentino Alto Adige. He currently lives and works in Ortisei.

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Images courtesy of Willy Verginer

Discover: www.verginer.com | www.galerieleroyer.com

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