Wolfson is the artist behind the animatronics that made people genuinely uneasy in a gallery, and here he swaps spectacle for something quieter: uniform sculptures loaded with images scraped from the internet and old archives. The effect is a slow, uncomfortable recognition. If you want the argument about what pictures do to us in physical form, this is the room to stand in.
What to expect
A single large Chelsea room holding a series of same-size sculptures, each one carrying embedded photographs you will recognize from somewhere without being able to say where. The installation rewards circling each object rather than viewing it head on. Gallery staff can hand you a checklist identifying the works.
Good to know
- Nearest trains: C or E to 23rd St, then walk west to Eleventh Avenue
- Gallery hours run Monday to Friday, so weekday visits are the safe bet
- The gallery floor is open and easy to navigate; confirm step-free access with the gallery
- Some imagery is provocative, which makes it a poor fit for young kids
- Bring nothing; coats and large bags may need to go at the desk
- Combine with the Marden survey on West 21st Street a few blocks away
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Common questions
Is this Wolfson's first show at Gagosian?
It is his first exhibition with the gallery in New York.
Is there an animatronic work?
No. This presentation is a group of new uniformly scaled sculptures incorporating found photographs.
Does it cost anything?
No, Gagosian galleries are free and open to the public.
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