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Aldo Tambellini's 1961-1989 Retrospective at James Cohan Gallery Previews MoMA Screening

exhibition · 2026-04-22

The James Cohan Gallery is showcasing Aldo Tambellini's work, curated by Joseph Ketner, from September 12 to October 19, 2013, at 533 West 26th Street, New York City. The exhibition highlights various projections that merge films, videos, text, and light installations, featuring works from 1961 to 1989. Tambellini, known for his groundbreaking cameraless film techniques, utilized cathode ray technology similar to John Cage's prepared piano. Among the pieces are distinctive electrostatic contact prints and a notable audio recording of a rocket launch countdown. His monochromatic style and the exhibition's title, "We Are the Primitives of a New Era," embody his artistic perspective. A screening of his films at MoMA is also on the horizon.

Key facts

  • Aldo Tambellini's exhibition runs from September 12 to October 19, 2013
  • The show is at James Cohan Gallery, 533 West 26th Street, New York City
  • Curated by Joseph Ketner
  • Features paintings and projections from 1961 to 1989
  • Includes multiple projections combining films, videos, text, and light pieces
  • Tambellini pioneered cameraless film and total projection environments in the 1960s
  • He prepared cathode ray technology akin to John Cage's prepared piano
  • An upcoming screening of his films at MoMA is eagerly anticipated

Entities

Artists

  • Aldo Tambellini
  • Joseph Ketner
  • John Cage
  • Victor Hugo
  • Roland Flexner
  • Bruce Nauman

Institutions

  • James Cohan Gallery
  • MoMA
  • Black Gate Theater

Locations

  • New York City
  • United States
  • 533 West 26th Street
  • Times Square

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