Gabriel Kuri's Sculptural Equilibrium at Parc Saint Léger

Gabriel Kuri, born in 1970, presents new works at Parc Saint Léger in Pougues-les-eaux from October 19, 2013 to February 9, 2014. Curated by Sandra Patron, the exhibition explores gravity and material resistance. A condom inflated between two stone blocks creates tension, suggesting the weak can overcome the strong. Sculptures are displayed on curved white backgrounds used by photographers, eliminating shadows and creating a floating effect. Two symmetrical works feature curved metal plates held upright by rocks, resembling a skateboard ramp and implying pendular motion. In the Pavillon des eaux, office furniture (photocopier, metal filing cabinet) is coated in thick roofing tar, evoking black holes. Kuri's practice focuses on balance, mass, and sculptural concerns.