Oriol Vilanova Reimagines Cologne Through 212 Postcards
Oriol Vilanova, who is representing Spain at the 61st International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia, has unveiled a summer creation titled 'Nous sommes arrivés jusqu'ici,' specifically reimagined for Cologne. This artwork consists of a sealed box containing 212 concealed postcards of the city, along with an inventory that employs the terminology of postcard vendors to describe various sites. By omitting visual representations, the piece amplifies its emotional resonance, prompting viewers to envision Cologne in their minds. Featured in the 'Viaggi straordinari' section by exibart Italia, Vilanova highlights the construction of everyday urban imagery, selecting Cologne for its status as 'not a sexy destination.' His artistic approach delves into the themes of postcards and the act of collecting and recalling images.
Key facts
- Oriol Vilanova represents Spain at the 61st International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia.
- The work is an adaptation of his existing piece 'Nous sommes arrivés jusqu'ici'.
- The work consists of a closed box containing 212 postcards of Cologne.
- The postcards are hidden from the public; only an inventory of names and descriptions is shown.
- The inventory uses the language of postcard sellers.
- The work was published as part of the 'Viaggi straordinari' section by exibart Italia.
- Vilanova chose Cologne because it is 'not a sexy destination'.
- The inventory includes places such as Dom, Rheinufer, Hohenzollernbrücke, and Rathaus.
Entities
Artists
- Oriol Vilanova
Institutions
- La Biennale di Venezia
- exibart Italia
- exibart.es
Locations
- Cologne
- Germany
- Spain
- Venice
- Italy