Ben Gould's 'Exploded View' at Pangée: Art, Medicine, and the Body
Ben Gould's inaugural solo show at Pangée in Montreal, named 'Exploded View', presents a collection of new sculptures that delve into the intersections of art, medicine, and the human form. Among the pieces is a hospital gurney adorned with stainless-steel rods and blown-glass vessels, alongside iron shapes resembling tumors and copper anatomical 'trophies'. Gould's artistry contemplates themes of illness and medical intervention through his use of materials like glossy enamel and raw iron, drawing from his own experiences with Tourette's Syndrome and thyroid cancer, which highlight notions of vulnerability and protection. The exhibition features series including 'Tumours', 'Trophies', 'Tools', 'Ark', and 'Shields', accompanied by an essay from Dr. Mary Hunter.
Key facts
- Ben Gould's first solo exhibition at Pangée, Montreal, is titled 'Exploded View'.
- The exhibition features sculptures that transform healthcare materials and experiences.
- Gould draws on his experiences with Tourette's Syndrome and thyroid cancer.
- The 'Tumours' series consists of iron casts of remnants from Gould's medical treatments.
- The 'Trophies' and 'Tools' series use an electrochemical method to create copper effigies.
- The 'Ark' piece uses a found gurney with handmade stainless-steel extensions and glass vials.
- The 'Shields' are iron casts of hospital bed cushions coated in blue enamel.
- Dr. Mary Hunter, Associate Professor of Art History at McGill University, wrote an essay for the exhibition.
Entities
Artists
- Ben Gould
- Edvard Munch
- Vincent Van Gogh
- Tracy Emin
- Ron Athey
Institutions
- Pangée
- McGill University
Locations
- Montreal
- Canada