The exhibition ‘Protective Layer’ has been extended until 6 May
06/04/2023

The exhibition ‘Protective Layer’ has been extended until 6 May

“Each element of the exhibition pierces to the bone, leaving an indelible impression. Each exhibit can be viewed countless times and you will see something new, yet at the same time painfully familiar. Powerful captions aptly complement the exhibition and force you to pause in a time loop for a few moments.”

No, this is not a curatorial text, but one of your reviews of the latest exhibition — and there are many more like it.

Indeed, we received powerful feedback on Konstantin Zorkin's exhibition — ‘Protective Layer’ has attracted many people, as the exhibition is still very popular. Thank you for tagging us on social media and sharing your impressions in the guest book — there are a number of warm words about this exhibition project.

We want more people to share your pleasant experience so that they too can be inspired and feel this fragile balance of protection and vulnerability embodied in metal and wood.

That is why we have extended the exhibition until 6 May! You can visit it as before — from Tuesday to Saturday, from 12:00 to 19:00. Admission is free.

The exhibition ‘Protective Layer’ has been extended until 6 May

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