Description

Throughout the history of art, the depiction of floral and botanical subjects has captivated artists and audiences alike.

This MAC exhibition across all three galleries traces the history of the flower in art, its evolution from botanical illustrations to the opulent still-life paintings of the 17th century, their adoption as symbols of political influence, revolution, and human control over nature.

I see his blood upon the rose traces the history of the flower in art, its evolution from botanical illustrations to the opulent still-life paintings of the 17th century, their adoption as symbols of political influence, revolution, and human control over nature. Floral motifs were used for the advancement of women’s suffrage, Irelands Easter Rising and in opposition to the Vietnam War.

In addition to significant historical paintings,the exhibition will include important works by contemporary artists for whom the subject has remained an enduring interest.

I see his blood upon the rose will present intriguing juxtapositions between artists and works spanning centuries. Central to the exhibition is the work of two remarkable women artists, Rachel Ruysch (1664 – 1750) and Mary Delany (1700 – 1788).

The exhibition will explore the influence of these trail blazing artists by juxtaposing their meticulously executed works alongside internationally recognised contemporary artists such as Alvaro Barrington, Tracey Emin, Michael Landy, Robert Mapplethorpe, John Currin as well as Northern Irish based artists Jennifer Trouton, Ted Pim and Paola Bernardelli whose practice draws on Ruysch and Delany’s master of the genera.

Full list of exhibiting artists; Alvaro Barrington, Paola Bernardelli, Bernie Boston, John Currin, Mary Delany, Micky Donnelly, Tracey Emin, Michael Landy, Linder, Judith Linhares, Robert Mapplethorpe, Darren Murray, Mario Nuzzi, Gavin O’Curry, Ted Pim, Rachel Ruysch, Penny Slinger, Jo Spence, Jennifer Trouton, Ria Verhaeghe.

This is a very special exhibition - not to be missed this winter at the MAC. A full programme of artistic workshops and events inspired by the exhibition will be announced soon.

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Tickets & Pricing
Wed, 13 Nov 2024 11:00am - 5:00pm
Thu, 14 Nov 2024 11:00am - 5:00pm
Fri, 15 Nov 2024 11:00am - 5:00pm
Sat, 16 Nov 2024 11:00am - 5:00pm
Sun, 17 Nov 2024 11:00am - 5:00pm
Tue, 19 Nov 2024 11:00am - 5:00pm
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 11:00am - 5:00pm
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Fri, 22 Nov 2024 11:00am - 5:00pm
Sat, 23 Nov 2024 11:00am - 5:00pm
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Tue, 26 Nov 2024 11:00am - 5:00pm
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