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      Atelier · Est. 2015 · Paris, France
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      Ages

      In the late sixties, under the democratic motto Art for All, the artists’ duo Gilbert & George presented themselves as Living Sculptures, which gave them every opportunity to share their thoughts and feelings with the public. Concerns about the (difficult) position and function of art and the artist in modern society. Originally, they gave motionless performances in their role of British gentlemen, in old-fashioned tweed suits that were slightly too tight and with hands and faces covered in bronze paint. In doing so, they conformed to an aesthetic code of conduct they had invented themselves. From the second half of the seventies they focused on the wall-sized arrangements of separate framed photos, works in which the artists always occupied a central position themselves.The work Ages is part of a fixed group of works with the title New Horny Pictures. Works that consist of a combination of adverts from gay magazines and portraits of the two artists. This work is best described as a look into the practice of the gay dating scene. The advertisements offered to men by naming their physical qualities.

      Questions & Answers

      Is "Ages" by Gilbert & George kept in the artist's home country?

      No - the artwork is kept abroad. Gilbert & George was born in Italy, and the original "Ages" is held in a museum in Netherlands.

      Is Gilbert & George, creator of "Ages", known under other names?

      Other names recorded for Gilbert & George, creator of "Ages", include Gilbert Prousch, George Passmore, Gilbert Proesch.

      Which artist is "Ages" attributed to?

      "Ages" was created by Gilbert & George. The information on this page describes Gilbert & George's original work.

      Gilbert & George (1943 –)

      Discover Gilbert & George (b. 1943, b. 1942), revolutionary artists famed for their vibrant 'Bearded Pictures,' performance art, and challenging explorations of modern life. Pioneers of photo-based sculpture.

      Bonnefanten Museum (Maastricht, Netherlands)

      Explore the Bonnefanten Museum in Maastricht! Discover a stunning collection of Old Masters and contemporary art within an iconic Aldo Rossi-designed building. A unique European cultural experience awaits.

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