Daniel Spoerri's exhibition "A Moment for Eternity" debuts in Bucharest Photostory

“Designing life as a work of art seems to me to be quite a nice occupation in life.” 

Daniel Spoerri

Contemporary Lynx had attended the first edition of the international art fair, MoBU, held at the Romaero Baneasa in Bucharest from May 19th to 28th, 2023. The fair welcomed a distinguished guest of honour, the renowned 93-year-old artist Daniel Spoerri, a master of Eat Art and Nouveau Réalisme. Spoerri mesmerized the audience with an awe-inspiring solo presentation of 120 captivating artworks.

Curated by Levi Galerie, the exhibition titled “A Moment for Eternity” showcased Spoerri’s remarkable creations for the first time in Romania. The iconic Levy Galerie, founded in 1970 by Thomas Levy, a long-standing friend and supporter of Spoerri, presented this exceptional collection. Located among others, in Hamburg, Germany, the gallery has championed a diverse programme rooted in Surrealism, Nouveau Réalisme, and Pop Art.

The fair’s organisers reintroduced the Romanian public,  the nonagenarian artist of Romanian origin to his homeland. Born in Galati, Romania, in 1930, Daniel Spoerri is not just an artist; he is also a dancer, poet, and director. As a co-signer of the “Manifest du Nouveau Réalisme” and the founder of “Eat Art”, Spoerri’s artistic journey is marked by the transformative power of objects. A simple shift in perspective can alter levels of perception and reality, exemplifying Spoerri’s mastery of his craft. His creative process often incorporates the metamorphosis of his own character, adding depth to his expressive artworks.

Spoerri’s extraordinary talent has garnered international recognition, with his works featured in prestigious museums and celebrated through retrospectives in the 1980s. As a central figure in European post-war art, he has solidified his position in the art world. Currently residing in Vienna and Seggiano, Spoerri is actively working on his latest project, “Il Giardino di Daniel Spoerri.” Notably, his remarkable contributions to the art world have earned him a place in esteemed collections such as MoMA (New York), Tate Modern (London), and Center Pompidou (Paris).

The profound impact of his artworks continues to captivate audiences worldwide, leaving a mark on the contemporary art scene.