Introducing various art scenes from the early 20th century to the
present, this exhibition will offer a round opportunity for appreciation
of contemporary art to a broad audience, both those who are interested
in contemporary art and those who are not very familiar with it. Works
by some fifty artists, from respected Bauhaus artists to spirited
young artists, will be introduced from the DaimlerChrysler Art Collection.
Bringing together works of art covering a variety of expressions,
the exhibition spaces display impressive installations. The workbooks,
made especially for this exhibition and available for loan, and the
Gallery Cruises designed for different types of audiences will serve
as an impetus for appreciating works of art. This experience will
guide viewers to encounter the attractions and possibilities of works
of art, and the connections between art and society.
Artistic expressions have been growing increasingly diverse during
the recent years. Many artists of our time who express themselves
without being constrained by conventions, wish viewers to experience
their works freely. But you might often feel lost in the presence
of a work of art, or have a preconceived notion that one cannot appreciate
art without expertise.
We believe that encouraging free approaches toward art is the important
first step for viewers in beginning dialogues of their own with works
of art. Contemporary art tends to be considered especially difficult
to understand. Yet, with keywords drawn from daily life, we can start
the dialogues that will eventually guide us to discover linkages between
our lives and a work of art, the background in which it was created
and the messages it conveys. Moreover, given an opportunity to exchange
ideas with others, we can develop the basics of mutual relationships,
that is, to understand and respect each other’s perspectives in a
society with increasingly diverse values.
Visitors will think about simple questions in the workbook as they
observe the works exhibited. This exhibition allows viewers to encounter
diverse works that range from Bauhaus to contemporary art, and encourage
them to have dialogues based on various keywords. We believe that
it will provide an opportunity for the viewers to intensify their
understanding of the relationship between art and self, and between
self and others. |
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