Fragments · Quayola

Born in Rome, Quayola's artistic practice stems from experiencing ancient sculptures and Renaissance masterpieces. The artist explores how architectural elements and artworks deteriorate over time—chipping, fading, cracking, and breaking. Quayola transforms these observations into sculptures and works on paper and aluminum, presented as "simulated archaeological artifacts." The exhibition features two primary bodies of work. Laocoön Fragments: digital software generates alternative fracture patterns in the classical Hellenistic sculpture. Made from iron powder mixed with resin and chemically treated, these pieces contrast oxidized representational segments with polished geometric abstractions. Iconographies: an ongoing project analyzing Renaissance and Baroque paintings through computer vision. This series focuses on the Judith and Holofernes theme, generating "new preparatory drawings" on anodized aluminum. Sixty compositions exist; two appear in this exhibition. Concurrent exhibition: Jardins d'Été (video work) at Lio Malca gallery, 526 West 26 Street, Suite 207.

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