MASA

15 September-15 October 2006

Monumental architectural structures don’t only refer to memories of significant people and historical events, but can also appear as phenomena of totalitarian political ideologies: monument doesn’t only refresh memories but also can gain an aura that intimidates and dominates one’s mind. Iconographic strength attributed to monuments, is parallel with orthodox attitude and political fanaticism. In this context, “Untitled” is a critical / humorous gesturess of transcendental political ideologies. This work problematizes the danger of reproducing practices and forms dogmatist and conservative movements consciously or unconsciously even whilst defending democracy and a diverse society. It also refers to subjectivity and canalization of documentation methods. [Erinç Seymen]