In a first of its kind, The Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre is set to host a Pop Art Exhibition titled “POP: FAME, LOVE AND POWER”, Starting December 1st to February 11th, 2024. The exhibit will take place in the famed “Art House” of the cultural centre which is set aside as a space for the visual arts.
The exhibit – curated by Lawrence Van Hagen – brings forth famous artworks from prestigious museums and art foundations on a global scale. NMACC is set to display Pop artworks from the 1960s onwards including famous names from the Pop art genre such as Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein among many others. The three floors of the said Art House will each be dedicated to “power, love and fame” themes. The fourth floor will be set aside for an immersive project for Andy Warhol titled, “Silver Clouds”.
Isha Ambani, the daughter of Nita Ambani, says, “The showcase is special not only because it traces the incredible legacy of Pop Art, but because it has an unmistakable sense of fun about it. I’m especially excited to see it strike a chord with younger audiences and foster a culture of creativity with inspirations that go beyond time and space”
The first floor of POP is dedicated to Fame, showcasing iconic Pop movement works depicting the rise of celebrity culture in 1960s-1970s America. Highlights include Andy Warhol’s celebrity portraits and ’45 Gold Marilyn.’ Ed Ruscha’s ‘Level as a Level’ is also featured, inspired by Hollywood. The second floor of the exhibition is dedicated to Love, featuring five Pop movement pioneers, including Robert Indiana and Keith Haring. It showcases iconic works exploring romance, unity, and human connection.
The third floor of the exhibition delves into the theme of Power in Pop Art, examining artists like Andy Warhol and Ed Ruscha’s focus on branding, Robert Rauschenberg’s interest in media, and the impact on 20th-century landscapes. Key works include Warhol’s ‘Sixteen Jackies’ and ‘Flowers,’ exploring power, symbolism, and loss related to the Kennedys, as well as Elaine Sturtevant’s challenging flower series and Rauschenberg’s monumental ‘Periwinkle Shaft’ collage painting. The fourth floor of the Art House features Andy Warhol’s rare 1966 interactive art installation, ‘Silver Clouds.’ The immersive experience showcases floating metallic balloons, creating a mesmerizing atmosphere, and inviting visitors to explore art at the Cultural Centre’s latest exhibition.
Timings:
- Tuesday through Thursday and Sunday: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Fridays and Saturdays: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Moreover, the entry fee is free for fine art students, children below the age of 7 and senior citizens.
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