Maybe it’s the descending pattern of dots or the black rainbow shape in Diedrick Brackens’ tapestry but the text, ‘everything is lovely now’ isn’t quite believable. Instead, this shaggy banner seems to announce a still transitory state. (At Thomas Erben Gallery in Chelsea through Feb 18th).
Ghanaian artist El Anatsui continues to work magic on discarded materials with a new show of textile-like wall hangings crafted from liquor-bottle tops. Though abstract, the gorgeous designs recall maps or luxurious fabrics. (At Jack Shainman Gallery’s 24th Street Chelsea location, through Nov 15th).
El Anatsui, Another Place, 110 x 123inches, found aluminum and copper wire, 2014.
Paula Wilson’s slice of the city street, created in tapestry at Philadelphia’s Fabric Workshop and Museum, is a stunner in Sikkema Jenkins’ current summer group show. Surprisingly erotic architectural details and graffiti are a lively and provocative contrast to boarded up buildings that look as if they’ve seen better days. (In Chelsea through July 12th.)
Paula Wilson, ‘Between Two,’ silkscreen pigment, acrylic, felt, paper, canvas, wood block prints, spray paint, steel rod, wood hangers, 2010.
