Timur Si-Qin's Mariposita at Art Basel 2026 Unlimited
At Art Basel 2026 Unlimited, held in Basel, Switzerland, on June 19, 2026, Timur Si-Qin unveiled Mariposita, an immersive installation that combines a stainless-steel framework with an LED screen. This artwork imagines a fragile biosphere, illustrating a complex interplay of plant life, insects, and organic materials that coexist harmoniously. The installation's suspended elements and shimmering visuals evoke a surreal ambiance, highlighting ecosystems endangered by human actions. It serves as a contemplative invitation to appreciate the intricacies of natural systems, portraying nature as an active, guiding force rather than a mere backdrop. Born in Berlin in 1984, Si-Qin, of German and Mongolian-Chinese heritage, explores themes of cultural evolution and philosophy in his work. Magician Space and Société presented this piece. Si-Qin resides and creates in New York.
Key facts
- Timur Si-Qin presented Mariposita at Art Basel 2026 Unlimited.
- The installation comprises a stainless-steel structure and an LED screen.
- It envisions a fragile biosphere with plant life, insects, and organic matter.
- The work references ecosystems under threat from human activity.
- Si-Qin was born in 1984 in Berlin.
- He is of German and Mongolian-Chinese descent.
- The work was presented by Magician Space and Société.
- The event took place in Basel, Switzerland, on June 19, 2026.
Entities
Artists
- Timur Si-Qin
Institutions
- Magician Space
- Société
- Art Basel
Locations
- Berlin
- New York
- Basel
- Switzerland