Momentum Gallery in downtown Asheville is pleased to participate in the Summer of Glass, a Western North Carolina celebration of glass art in conjunction with the Dale Chihuly exhibition at the Biltmore Estate.
The gallery exhibition, Reflections (July 1-August 25) nods to the Gilded Age, a period during the late 19th Century when the Biltmore Estate was conceived and constructed by railway tycoon George Vanderbilt. This curated exhibition features recent work by some of the country’s top contemporary glass artists with many of the works in the collection speaking to Vanderbilt’s aesthetic of opulence, grandeur, and beauty.
Other conceptual pieces examine concepts of memory and history, referencing the “downstairs” or “behind the scenes” of the palatial mansion as well. Sophisticated sculptures and stylish wall pieces incorporate a variety of glass techniques and explore the intricate detailing, ornamentation, and drama indicative of the Gilded Age. An artists reception will take place on Sunday, July 1st, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Beer, wine, and light refreshments will be provided. This event is free and open to the public.
Reflections includes works by: Thor & Jennifer Bueno, Amber Cowan, Jennifer Halvorson, Alli Hoag, Joanna Manousis, Kit Paulson, Pablo Soto, and Tim Tate.
Momentum Gallery is located at 24 N Lexington Avenue in downtown Asheville, NC. Visit their website for additional information.