Karin Borer's 'The White Rabbit Illusion' at Swiss Art Awards 2026
At the Swiss Art Awards 2026 in Basel, Swiss artist Karin Borer presents 'The White Rabbit Illusion.' This interactive piece features a giant white rabbit that doubles as a drinking fountain, prompting attendees to insert their heads into its mouth. Borer delves into themes of illusion, control, and perception, weaving the human form into a dance of allure and unease. Launched on June 17, 2026, the artwork draws inspiration from mythology and trickery, encouraging viewers to physically interact with the art. The surreal rabbit and its functional water flow disrupt traditional passive observation. Covered by vernissage.tv, Borer's creation stands out during Art Basel week for its blend of practicality and psychological intrigue.
Key facts
- Karin Borer is a Swiss artist.
- She presented 'The White Rabbit Illusion' at the Swiss Art Awards 2026.
- The work is an oversized white rabbit that functions as a drinking fountain.
- Visitors must insert their head into the rabbit's open mouth to drink.
- The work explores illusion, control, and perception.
- It uses the rabbit as a projection surface for mythology, fairy tale, and deception.
- The exhibition is in Basel, Switzerland, from June 17, 2026.
- The work was featured on vernissage.tv.
Entities
Artists
- Karin Borer
Institutions
- Swiss Art Awards
Locations
- Basel
- Switzerland