Curio Room |
Gusmen Heriadi

May - June 2021

Tirtodipuran Link | Jl Tirtodipuran, No 50, Yogyakarta.

About This Event

The initial terminology that became the basis for choosing the name for this space was taken from the term 'Cabinets of curiosity', a room in the 16th century which became the predecessor and foundation of the formation of modern museums that we often encounter today. The word 'curiosity' represents the passion that Curio Room wants to convey, where curiosity and amazement are human traits that everyone has. The ideas, notions or actions shown in Curio Room are believed to have the appeal and strength to convey an arresting sense of uniqueness for the audience to pay attention to what exists and is happening in this creative space.

Gusmen Heriadi (b.1974) is a Yogyakarta-based contemporary artist. Throughout his career, Gusmen Heriadi has carried out various art exhibitions both in the local and global art scene, and also received several awards for his works. Known for his versatility, his works constantly evolved throughout times while still maintaining its immersing visual identity.

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