Poetic Reflections

Poetic Reflections
Nicolas Dhervillers’ cinematic Detachment series, on display at Galerie Cédric Bacqueville, offers the Anabaptist Amish community a new narrative. Sublime natural and industrial landscapes provide a backdrop for tiny anachronistic figures. Illuminated by an unnatural glow, these characters are uncanny and dreamlike, facilitating a state of reflection and meditation.
 
Until 20 January. Find out more: www.galeriebacqueville.com

Credits:

1. Nicolas Dhervillers, Detatchment, 2017. Courtesy the artist.

Posted on 6 December 2017

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