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BravinLee Programs presents hand-knotted rugs by Nina Bovasso, Peter Halley, James Siena, James Welling

exhibition · 2026-04-23

BravinLee Programs is showcasing a collection of hand-knotted rugs crafted by artists Nina Bovasso, Peter Halley, James Siena, and James Welling. This exhibition is part of the gallery's ongoing commitment to exploring contemporary art through unconventional materials. Earlier this year, the Elizabeth Foundation for the Arts residency supported cultural practitioners, potentially including these artists. This display highlights a growing trend of artists engaging with textile and craft traditions. While the gallery typically emphasizes works on paper and prints, this event introduces functional art. The rugs, likely unique or limited editions, blend fine art with design. Each artist is celebrated for their unique style: Bovasso's abstract patterns, Halley's geometric abstraction, Siena's detailed line work, and Welling's photography and abstract visuals. The exhibition is currently open at BravinLee Programs in New York.

Key facts

  • BravinLee Programs presents hand-knotted rugs by Nina Bovasso, Peter Halley, James Siena, and James Welling.
  • The Elizabeth Foundation for the Arts residency earlier this year for cultural workers.
  • The show is at BravinLee Programs in New York.
  • Artists include Nina Bovasso, Peter Halley, James Siena, James Welling.
  • The rugs are hand-knotted.
  • BravinLee Programs focuses on works on paper and prints.
  • The exhibition expands into functional art.
  • The artists have distinct styles: Bovasso (abstract patterns), Halley (geometric abstraction), Siena (intricate line drawings), Welling (photography and abstract imagery).

Entities

Artists

  • Nina Bovasso
  • Peter Halley
  • James Siena
  • James Welling
  • Melanie Schiff

Institutions

  • BravinLee Programs
  • Elizabeth Foundation for the Arts
  • Reina Sofia
  • artcritical

Locations

  • New York
  • United States
  • Manhattan
  • Madrid
  • Spain

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