Aranka Israni’s “Nudes” Exhibition

Exploring the philosophical underpinnings of the photographer's debut solo show

Aranka Israni‘s first solo exhibition debuts in conjunction with Arles 2015, Les Rencontres de la Photographie, the international photography festival renowned for unveiling new work. For Aranka—who withdrew from the art world seven years ago seeking to imbue her practice with greater depth—the show marks a significant return. This show, “Nudes,” is an homage to, and an expansion of, the artistic accord formed with the …

The Ethical Dilemma Behind Preserving World Art

As ancient artifacts become increasingly susceptible to destruction—especially in war-torn regions of the Middle East—Western museums have grown anxious to scoop up these prized pieces of history to protect them in their universal collections. But doing so has proven to be an ethical dilemma, as many museums—including New York’s Museum of Modern Art and the Art Institute in Chicago—have absent-mindedly or unknowingly acquired artifacts through …

A Sculptural Cabinet That “Peels” Open

Artist and designer Sebastian ErraZuriz’s latest line of experimental furniture explores unconventional ways to interact with cabinetry. Instead of including sliding drawers or swinging doors, ErraZuriz’s “Wave Cabinet” peels open to expose its contents, transforming its simple, boxy shape into a sculptural artwork. Pulling back on one of its wooden slats prompts the dozens of other wooden pieces to move with it in a wave-like …