Fred Tomaselli's 'After Migrant Fruit Thugs 2008' featured in tapestry exhibition at James Cohan Gallery
Fred Tomaselli created 'After Migrant Fruit Thugs 2008,' a tapestry measuring 98 by 64 inches with a wool background and silk birds detailed with metallic thread. The work was produced in an edition of five. James Cohan Gallery and Banners of Persuasion represented the piece, which was included in the exhibition 'Demons, Yarns & Tales: Tapestries by Contemporary Artists' at James Cohan Gallery. The exhibition was documented on artcritical.com on April 29, 2010. Tomaselli's tapestry combines traditional textile techniques with contemporary artistic practice, showcasing intricate craftsmanship through mixed materials. The gallery presentation highlighted how contemporary artists engage with historical tapestry forms. This specific work demonstrates Tomaselli's characteristic blending of natural imagery with constructed elements. The exhibition featured multiple artists exploring tapestry as a medium for contemporary expression.
Key facts
- Fred Tomaselli created 'After Migrant Fruit Thugs 2008'
- The tapestry measures 98 x 64 inches
- It features a wool background with silk birds and metallic thread detail
- The work was produced in an edition of 5
- It was included in 'Demons, Yarns & Tales: Tapestries by Contemporary Artists' at James Cohan Gallery
- The exhibition was documented on artcritical.com on April 29, 2010
- James Cohan Gallery and Banners of Persuasion represented the piece
- The work combines traditional tapestry techniques with contemporary art practice
Entities
Artists
- Fred Tomaselli
Institutions
- James Cohan Gallery
- Banners of Persuasion
- artcritical.com