Gagosian Presents Bea Scaccia's Debut Exhibition 'Groomed' at Park & 75
Bea Scaccia's new art show, titled Groomed, debuted on September 22 at Gagosian’s Park & 75. This exhibition, curated for the second time by Francesco Bonami, includes seven original paintings. Scaccia's artwork immerses viewers in intricate night settings adorned with an array of textiles and feminine items such as wigs, jewelry, and hair clips. The dynamic compositions are framed by vibrant curtains and distinctive wallpapers, featuring furniture elements like beds and chairs. Unique lighting, including illustrations of lamps and candles, enhances the atmospheric quality, highlighting a significant milestone in Scaccia's artistic journey within the gallery.
Key facts
- Gagosian is presenting 'Groomed', an exhibition of seven new paintings by Bea Scaccia.
- The exhibition opened on September 22 at Gagosian's Park & 75 location.
- It is curated by Francesco Bonami as the second in a series of solo presentations by different artists.
- The show is Scaccia's debut exhibition with Gagosian.
- The paintings depict elaborate, sumptuous scenes with accumulations of fabric and feminine style accoutrements.
- Accessories include wigs, costume jewelry, shoes, belts, zippers, plastic chains, hair clips, bows, tassels, and faux fur.
- The nighttime scenarios are set against colorful curtains and patterned wallpaper, with chairs, beds, and ladders.
- Illumination is represented by fringed lamps, clip-on book lights, and precariously placed lit candles, with matte surfaces reinforcing the nocturnal atmosphere.
Entities
Artists
- Bea Scaccia
- Francesco Bonami
Institutions
Locations
- Park & 75