Based on the Agfa advertising archive in the Museum Ludwig, Pauline Hafsia M’barek examines the materials that make up photography, and the chemical processes behind it. The artist draws attention to the medium as a sensitive object, which requires protection against light, warmth and voracious insects. In space-consuming installations she weaves together historical photographs, toxic documents, microscopic examinations and material experiments. In doing so she steers the gaze onto the fragile balance between conservation and decay as well as the constant interchange between image and museum surroundings.
Artists
Pauline Hafsia M’barek
Duration and Admission
17.05. – 09.11.202511,00 €, reduced 7,50 €
Vernissage and Special Events
Vernissage16.05.2025 19:00
Artist Talk
20.05.2025 18:00
Pauline Hafsia M’barek im Gespräch/in conversation
Reihe/Series KunstBewusst der/of the Freunde des Wallraf-Richartz-Museum/Museum Ludwig
Kino/Auditorium Museum
Opening hours
Tue–Sun 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
1st Thu of the month 10 a.m.–10 p.m.
Mon closed (except holidays)
