HAUS DER KUNST MUSEUM, MUNICH, GERMANY
THE BIG SLEEP, 4TH ARTISTS’ BIENNIAL
(Group Exhibition: Curated by Dr Cornelia Oßwald-Hoffmann and Peter Gregorio)
JULY 7, 2019 - SEPTEMBER 7, 2019
In 2019, Miya Ando unveiled her immersive installation Dead of Night (Moonlit Clouds, Uncharted Lands and Other Sleeping Beauties) at the Haus der Kunst museum as part of the Munich Biennial's fourth edition, titled The Big Sleep.This large-scale work, measuring 58 x 365 inches, was crafted from printed fabric and stainless steel, transforming the exhibition space into a contemplative environment .MIYA ANDO
Ando's installation draws inspiration from the ephemeral qualities of nature—moonlight, clouds, and the passage of time—central themes in her artistic practice. By utilizing reflective materials, she invites viewers to engage with the transient beauty of the natural world, encouraging a meditative experience that blurs the boundaries between the artwork and its surroundings.Kavi Gupta Gallery+2Wikipedia+2Nancy Toomey Fine Art+2
Dead of Night was commissioned by the Haus der Kunst and showcased during the Munich Biennial, highlighting Ando's continued exploration of impermanence and the interplay between light and material. The installation exemplifies her commitment to creating spaces that foster reflection and a deeper connection to the natural elements that influence our perception of time and existence .
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