One Minute Forever, Museum of Fine Arts Liberec, Liberec, Czech Republic 2026

17 October 2026 – 28 March 2027
Curated by Filip Suchomel    

Erwin Wurm is renowned for his inexhaustible sense of humour and finely honed sarcasm, reflected throughout his work, whether in the unnaturally swollen cars of the Fat Cars series, the claustrophobic Narrow House, or the ghost-like figures of the Substitutes. In his works, he delivers a highly sophisticated critique of the false ideals of contemporary society—its utilitarianism, formalism, and fondness for kitsch—while prompting viewers to reflect on the stereotypical conventions we so often accept without question.

The artist conveys his ideas with a playful, almost fairy-tale-like tone that often brings us back to the world of childhood imagination and fantasy. In this way, his work stands apart from that of other contemporary artists. At the Museum of Fine Arts Liberec, Wurm’s work will be presented through a selection of pieces, including the iconic Substitutes, Skins, Bags, and others, offering an overview of the most significant stages of the artist’s career, with a particular focus on the past decade.


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