Spanish artist Gonzalo Borondo is renowned for his ability to create mesmerizing visual worlds that challenge our perceptions. His latest exhibition, “Chrysalis,” at the Villa Stuck Museum in Munich, is a testament to his mastery of illusion and transformation.
Borondo’s work is characterized by its dynamic nature, constantly revealing new layers while concealing others. His murals, installations, and mixed-media pieces blur the lines between past and present, inside and outside, creating multidimensional spaces that invite viewers to question their perspectives.
Each of Borondo’s projects begins with a deep dive into the history of the location, influencing both the subjects he chooses and the materials he uses. His innovative approach combines traditional techniques like acrylic and oil painting with experimental methods such as scratch glass portraits and the use of light and shadow. This fusion of old and new results in profound and mysterious works that captivate the imagination.
Transforming the Villa Stuck Museum
For the “Chrysalis” exhibition, Borondo has transformed the scaffolding of the Villa Stuck Museum’s main façade into a stunning piece of art. The white and gold painting wraps around the building like a translucent skin, featuring mythological figures and motifs inspired by Franz von Stuck’s artistic world.
But the exhibition is not just a visual feast but a thought-provoking journey that invites us to reflect on modern masculinity and gender beyond traditional clichés.
The Symbolism of ‘Chrysalis’
The title “Chrysalis” refers to the transformative process of a butterfly’s pupal stage, symbolizing the ongoing metamorphosis within the museum and Borondo’s art. This exhibition is not just a visual feast but a visionary homage to the transformative power of art, hinting at the endless possibilities for the future.
Exhibition details
“Chrysalis” will be on display at the Villa Stuck Museum (Prinzregentenstrasse 60) from February 8th until June 2025.
Don’t miss the chance to experience Borondo’s captivating universe and witness the transformative power of art.
Here a few images of the installation courtesy of the artist. Images by Roberto Conte
Author: Fran
Founder and editor of Urbanite. Street Art lover who after the finishing her MA thesis on the Mexican and Norwegian muralist movement in the 1920-50s, developed a fascination for street art and graffiti that eventually led to collaborations with different art blogs, including the creation of this one.
Leave a Reply