Erwin Wurm on His Exhibition at Museo Fortuny in Venice

Austrian artist Erwin Wurm discusses his exhibition at the Museo Fortuny in Venice, a historic house-museum filled with an overwhelming collection of tapestries and objects from the 19th century. Wurm describes the challenge of asserting his contemporary sculptures within the dense, ornate setting. He notes the pleasant weather and good lunch in Venice, expressing satisfaction with the installation. The interview, published by Monopol magazine, explores how Wurm's conceptual and often humorous works—known for their engagement with everyday objects and the human body—interact with the eclectic legacy of Mariano Fortuny, a Spanish-born polymath artist and designer. The exhibition takes place in Fortuny's former atelier, which retains its original 19th-century character. Wurm's response to the question of how he navigates the museum's abundance is pragmatic, focusing on the successful integration of his pieces. The article is behind a paywall for Monopol Plus subscribers.