VIDEO INSTALLATION, 30 x 35 inches

Artist Camal Pirbhai re-imagines Eames-style chair for the Textile Museum of Canada (TMC)’s signature fundraising event and gala, BMO Financial Group reDesign 2012.

Virtual Texilology is Camal’s interpretation of the chair. There is no explanation to the piece as the artist challenges the audience to ask only one question after watching the video. Since everyone has a different way of seeing a work of art, an explanation from the artist can sway the audience’s interpretation. At first site it is just a bunch of small people sitting. Then they start moving as if trying to find a more comfortable position, shifting they weights, lifting their legs and waving their arms. These multiplied mini movements create a strange choreography that keep us looking closer and longer at the piece.

Camal Pirbhai exhibits conceptual works and collaborations with other artists through his haute couture label called Gallery Bespoke. He is highly respected for his craftsmanship, vision and flair.

by Inyoung Cho