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Romanian Art Systems Explored in Zurich Exhibition Featuring Multiple Collectives and Artists

exhibition · 2026-04-19

The exhibition titled Just Another Brick in the Wall took place at the Barbara Seiler Gallery in Zurich from December 8, 2011, to January 7, 2012. It highlighted the transformation of Romania's art landscape during a period of artistic renewal. Curated by Olga Stefan, the show included Romanian collectives such as Bureau for Melodramatic Research, Center for Visual Introspection, Lia Perjovschi, Club Electro Putere, Paradis Garaj, H.arta, Dan Perjovschi, and Matei Bejenaru, challenging traditional curatorial practices. The title draws inspiration from Pink Floyd's lyrics, prompting a dialogue about the role of artists in cultural frameworks. Stefan's interviews delved into critiques and models for progress. The Center for Visual Introspection was established by Alina Serban, Anca Benera, Arnold Estefan, and Catalin Rulea, exploring the possibilities for alternative systems.

Key facts

  • Exhibition ran December 8, 2011-January 7, 2012 at Barbara Seiler Gallery in Zurich
  • Featured multiple Romanian artist groups and collectives
  • Title references Pink Floyd song about the Berlin Wall and political systems
  • Interviews conducted by Olga Stefan with participating artists
  • Focused on Romania's art systems during artistic renaissance period
  • Included nonprofit organizations, collaboratives, and commercial endeavors
  • Examined artists' roles in building, reinforcing, or altering systems
  • Questioned whether alternative systems are possible constructs

Entities

Artists

  • Olga Stefan
  • Lia Perjovschi
  • Dan Perjovschi
  • Matei Bejenaru
  • Alina Serban
  • Anca Benera
  • Arnold Estefan
  • Catalin Rulea
  • Maria Crista
  • Anca Gyemant
  • Rodica Tache
  • Adrian Bojenoiu
  • Alexandru Niculescu
  • Stefan Tiron
  • Claudiu Cobilanschi
  • Irina Gheorghe
  • Alina Popa

Institutions

  • Barbara Seiler Gallery
  • Bureau for Melodramatic Research
  • Center for Visual Introspection
  • Club Electro Putere
  • Paradis Garaj
  • H.arta
  • Periferic Biennial
  • Vector Association
  • Contemporary Art Archive
  • Electroputere factory
  • Art Tours, Etc.
  • ARTMargins Online

Locations

  • Zurich
  • Switzerland
  • Bucharest
  • Romania
  • Sibiu
  • Craiova
  • Timisoara
  • Iasi
  • Berlin

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