Yoko Ono retrospective at Kunsthaus Zürich explores war memories through interactive art
Kunsthaus Zürich is currently hosting a retrospective of Yoko Ono, showcasing around 60 pieces that span more than 50 years. Among the interactive works is Mend Piece (1966/2017), which encourages participants to "Mend carefully. Think of mending the world at the same time." The exhibition also features Touch Poem v (1963) and Lighting Piece (1955), along with contemporary works like Arising (2013/2022), a film depicting a scorched landscape with burnt mannequins and discarded clothing. Ono's art is deeply influenced by her childhood experiences during World War II, including the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The exhibition, titled This Room Moves at the Same Speed as the Clouds, runs until 29 May.
Key facts
- Yoko Ono's retrospective includes around 60 works spanning over 50 years
- The exhibition features interactive pieces like Mend Piece (1966/2017)
- Ono's childhood experiences in World War II influence her art
- Newer works include Arising (2013/2022), a film with burning landscapes
- The show includes a 1969 poster reading 'War Is Over! If you want it'
- Live performance recreations are part of an extensive program
- A banner in the new wing states 'Imagine Peace (love, yoko 2022)'
- The exhibition runs through 29 May at Kunsthaus Zürich
Entities
Artists
- Yoko Ono
- John Lennon
Institutions
- Kunsthaus Zürich
- ArtReview
Locations
- Zürich
- Switzerland
- Hiroshima
- Nagasaki