Undoubtedly the best exhibition I have seen in 2022, and quite possibly the best I have seen for a number of years. The range and depth of Kentridge's work is impressive on every level, and at the RA it is presented extremely well. There is an awful lot to see and think about, but the curation is thoughtful and considerate, so the experience never becomes overwhelming, which could easily have happened. The show includes many of the animation films, as well as installations, drawings, sculptures and textiles. A common visual language unites all of these media, the exhibition is experienced as a whole rather than a series of separate events. Open until 11 December and highly recommended !
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| The catalogue is an artwork in its own right, well written and beautifully illustrated |
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| The main screening room. Despite there being several films shown simultaneously, they did not interfere with each other |
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| A drawing from Kentridge's version of Jarry's Pere Ubu |
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| Included in the exhibition is a video in which Kentridge converses with himself about his working methods |
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| Recent drawings of trees with texts |
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| Sets and props from an opera |
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