Issy Wood's 'Fish, Fish, Duck' Opens at Kistefos' Nybruket Gallery, First Major Nordic Showing
Issy Wood's exhibition titled 'Fish, Fish, Duck' is currently on display at Nybruket Gallery in Kistefos, marking her inaugural significant showcase in the Nordic region, which will run until 11 October 2026. This exhibition presents a mix of new and previous works that incorporate self-portraits, animals, tools, and elements of contemporary culture. Wood draws upon imagery from the internet and popular culture, creating an emotional archive. The centerpiece, 'Fish, Fish, Duck' (2025), features a ceramic duck alongside fish-shaped cookie cutters arranged on velvet. Additional pieces include 'Sorry, it's just my nature' (2021) and 'Self portrait 56' (2026). Curator Caterina Avataneo describes the exhibition as a 'cultural exorcism,' citing John Berger and likening Wood to artists such as Louise Lawler, Marlene Dumas, and Roni Horn.
Key facts
- 'Fish, Fish, Duck' by Issy Wood is on view at the Nybruket Gallery, Kistefos, until 11 October 2026
- It is the artist's first major presentation in the Nordic region
- The exhibition combines new and previous works
- The title painting 'Fish, Fish, Duck' (2025) features a beige ceramic duck with a glossy blue bow and fish-shaped cookie cutters on a divided velvet canvas
- 'Sorry, it's just my nature' (2021) shows a red leather coat and two porcelain beavers on velvet
- 'Self portrait 56' (2026) depicts Wood during a hospital stay in a selfie pose
- Caterina Avataneo described the tension in Wood's work as a form of 'cultural exorcism,' citing Sinziana Ravini
- Wood is compared to Louise Lawler, Marlene Dumas and Roni Horn
- A chaise longue painted specifically for the exhibition is included in the display
- The curatorial framework references John Berger's writing on looking
Entities
Artists
- Issy Wood
- Caterina Avataneo
- Sinziana Ravini
- John Berger
- Louise Lawler
- Marlene Dumas
- Roni Horn
Institutions
- Kistefos
- Nybruket Gallery
- InsideArt
Locations
- Norway