Chris Ofili to Represent UK at 2003 Venice Biennale
Chris Ofili has been selected to represent England at the 50th Venice Biennale, titled "Dreams and Conflicts: The Dictatorship of the Viewer," running from June 15 to November 2, 2003. The artist has kept his new project under wraps, preferring an element of surprise. An article by Barry Schwabsky explores Ofili's practice, which often blends the new with the old, as a preview of the work to be unveiled in Venice.
Key facts
- Chris Ofili represents England at the 50th Venice Biennale.
- The Biennale runs from June 15 to November 2, 2003.
- The exhibition is titled 'Dreams and Conflicts: The Dictatorship of the Viewer.'
- Ofili has not disclosed details of his new project before the opening.
- Barry Schwabsky wrote an article about Ofili's work.
- Ofili's practice involves creating new work by researching the old.
- The article appears in artpress.
- The Biennale is held in Venice, Italy.
Entities
Artists
- Chris Ofili
- Barry Schwabsky
Institutions
- Venice Biennale
- artpress
Locations
- Venice
- Italy
- England
Sources
- artpress —