The bowl as both an object and as a symbol lies at the core of the exhibition at Galerie Sofie Lachaert.
Not just a bowl of cherries
Galerie Sofie Lachaert celebrates its silver anniversary inviting 40 artists and designers to be inspired by the allusion to the phrase “not just a bowl of cherries”.
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- 21 November 2014
- Tielrode
Some pieces are an expression of respect for the bowl as a universal, ancient archetype in everyday life, used to prepare, serve, conserve and store food, while others reflect a philosophical approach; a gesture of beauty and interaction, presenting something precious.
Sometimes the bowl is full to abundance, its load of rich, ripe cherries and fleshy peaches a metaphor for a lustful life. However, when the bowl remains empty, the content is questioned and only a suggestive gesture remains; the imaginary bowl held respectfully in both hands.
23 November 2014 – 25 January 2015
Not just a bowl of cherries
Galerie Sofie Lachaert
St Jozefstraat 30
Tielrode, Belgium