Hamburger Kunsthalle's 'Mourning' exhibition explores grief through 30 international artists

Between February 7 and June 14, 2020, the Hamburger Kunsthalle hosted 'Mourning: On Loss and Change,' showcasing around 30 artists from 15 different nations. Among the contributors, Susan Philipsz presented three pieces, including Four Part Harmony (2020), a sound installation inspired by an Irish folk tune. The emotional backdrop is set by Andy Warhol's Jackie (1964). Key highlights feature Adrian Paci's Interregnum (2017), Bas Jan Ader's I'm too sad to tell you (1970–71), and Ragnar Kjartansson's God (2007). Ghanaian artists Ataa Oko and Kudjoe Affutu displayed coffin designs, while Paul Fusco's RFK Funeral Train (1968/2019) and Philippe Parreno's June 8, 1968 (2009) recreate mourning moments. The exhibition explores both personal and collective dimensions of grief in contemporary contexts.