Art in the cub: Roma stories of Malgorzata Mirga-Tas made tangible!
Art in the cub: Roma stories of Malgorzata Mirga-Tas made tangible!
In the Kunsthaus Bregenz (KUB), an exciting summer exhibition is on the program from June 7, 2025, which draws attention to the variety and stories of the Roma. Under the title "Tele Cerhenia Jekh Jag" ("Under the best sky burns a fire"), the Polish Romni artist Malgorzata Mirga-Tas from June 7 to September 28 Distinguish between tradition and memory. She became known, among other things, for her impressive appearance in the Polish Pavilion at the Biennale in Venice in 2022.
The exhibition shows textile works, poems and sculptural figures. On the first floor, impressive murals from different fabrics are presented, which were manufactured in community by Romni women. These collages reflect everyday scenes from rural life and tell stories that are also presented by the artist as an authentically experienced episode of their culture. The substances they use come from the everyday life of the portrayed and give their work a deeper meaning.
art as a resistance
With her art,Mirga-Tas pursues a clear goal: telling the history of your community without using common stereotypes. Your work deals with topics such as exclusion, poverty, pride and strength. Figures from wax and coal, known as "Jangare", are also exhibited in the cub, which symbolize the resilience and adaptability of the Roma. They accompany the textile representation and make the exhibition an impressive experience.
The artist who lives in Czarna Góra uses her family history as a source of inspiration. She uses various archives, including that of her uncle, to tell her parents and grandparents' stories. Mirga-Tas explained that she did not use original photos for her exhibitions to avoid losing the trust of the people who share their stories. This procedure shows how important the protection of integrity and cultural identity is for the artist.
insights and views
A special highlight of the exhibition is a shelter, inspired by a portrait of her grandfather who is staged under a sparkling starry sky. The three bear sculptures on the top floor also reflect the close connection to nature and the myths that shape the past of the Roma. Director of the KUB, Thomas D. Trummer , describes the work as the" history of a contradiction ".
In addition, on July 12th, another exhibition with works by Maria Lassnig, Michael Armitage and Chelenge van Rampelberg, which revolves around the human body, opens on July 12th. The cub once again draws interest on current social issues and the versatile art scene.
The initiative "Resistance by Art" by Romarchive also addresses the art of Sinti and Roma and offers a platform that is intended to strengthen the cultural identity of the greatest minority in Europe. With over 5000 individual objects in his digital archive, Romarchives illuminates the art and cultural history of the Sinti and Roma and enriches public perception through this often marginalized perspective.
The vernissage of the exhibition, which is of great importance for those interested in art and the general public, promises exciting insights into the world of Roma and the challenges that they face. A visit to the cub is definitely worth it!
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