Charles Harlan at JTT Gallery

Charles Harlan’s artwork happens at the meeting place of man-made and natural objects, so it comes as no surprise to see him engage repeatedly with boats. For his current show at JTT Gallery on the Lower East Side, Harlan disassembled a boat belonging to a late family member of JTT Gallery owner Jasmine Tsou, turning it into two objects that evidence the effects of time and nature on a once-cherished object. (On view through June 17th).

Charles Harlan, RCL, wood, fiberglass, plastic, stainless steel, installation dimensions variable: (part I), 63 x 60 x 51 inches (part II), 45 x 75 x 60 inches, 2017.

Charles Harlan in ‘To Do As One Would’ at David Zwirner Gallery

Young Brooklyn artist Charles Harlan runs a chain link fence from David Zwirner Gallery’s ceiling to the floor, creating the suggestion of elegant modern design using industrial materials. (In Chelsea through July 25th).

Charles Harlan, Fence, chain link fence and vinyl slats, dimensions vary upon installation, 2014.