Up
1980
Up
1980
The early 1980s saw Gilbert & George’s iconography become more complex. Through a system of symbol and allegory they juggled themes ranging from the erotic to the domestic, the political to the religious, all the while featuring themselves in their art. Up offers an ironic commentary on religious fervour, in which sex meets exaltation. Symbolic motifs play a growing role in their work as a way of making a direct impact on the viewer.
| Domain | Photo |
|---|---|
| Techniques | Epreuves pigmentaires, Dye Transfer |
| Dimensions | 242 x 202 cm |
| Acquisition | Dépôt de la Centre Pompidou Foundation, 2016 (Don de Thea Westreich Wagner et Ethan Wagner à la Centre Pompidou Foundation, 2016) |
| Inventory no. | AM 2024-280 |
Detailed description
| Artist | Gilbert & George |
|---|---|
| Main title | Up |
| Creation date | 1980 |
| Domain | Photo |
| Description | Seize panneaux en aluminium montés sur rail |
| Techniques | Epreuves pigmentaires, Dye Transfer |
| Dimensions | 242 x 202 cm |
| Acquisition | Dépôt de la Centre Pompidou Foundation, 2016 (Don de Thea Westreich Wagner et Ethan Wagner à la Centre Pompidou Foundation, 2016) |
| Collection area | Cabinet de la photographie |
| Inventory no. | AM 2024-280 |
