The artist Dennis Oppenheim visited Mexico City and was amazed, especially with its stores and stores. Thus was born “Materiality of Consumption” an exhibition at the MUAC with sculptures that use different objects, highlighting the items we see in the market.
On the one hand, the artist alludes to the urban culture of our city and, on the other, he refers to political and religious aspects. You will be able to see a representation of the Metropolitan Cathedral made with crates, colanders, garbage cans and other plastic elements.
This work is called Cuatro famosos edificios históricos españoles (Four Famous Spanish Historical Buildings), but it is not the only one in the exhibition. There is also Quiosco, an interpretation of the food stalls in Mexico City and the social interaction they foster.
Sombrero con halo reflects on the stereotypes surrounding Mexican culture, while Ángeles is about the religious articles consumed in the city.
Finally, there is Capitol of the United States, where the U.S. Congress is represented with pots and anafres, everyday utensils in the kitchens of Mexico.
The exhibition is a brief overview of what happens in the streets of the city; its food, markets and even its religious beliefs. All from the perspective of contemporary art.
If you also want to rediscover market objects (and other everyday items) go see this exhibition at the MUAC. You have 📆 until April 6 to do so.
Remember that admission to the Museo Universitario de Arte Contemporáneo costs $40; on Sundays access costs $20. You can jump in 🕛 Wednesday to Sunday from 11:00 to 18:00. This venue is located at 📍 Insurgentes Sur 3000, Centro Cultural Universitario, Coyoacán.