Thaddaeus Ropac Presents 'The Last Human Kiss' Exploring the Kiss in Art
The Facts
Thaddaeus Ropac gallery has announced 'The Last Human Kiss', an exhibition examining the kiss as a symbol of love, intimacy, devotion, betrayal, and belonging across millennia. Curated by John Kenneth Paranada, formerly Curator of Art and Climate Change at the Sainsbury Centre, the show is organized into five chapters: 'The First Kiss', 'The Divine Kiss', 'The Social Kiss', 'The Romantic Kiss', and 'The Trickster Kiss'. It features works in painting, sculpture, photography, and film, including pieces by artist Oliver Beer. The exhibition traces how artists have used the kiss to explore human connection, power dynamics, and evolving notions of intimacy.
The Signal
The exhibition offers a thematic survey that spans historical and contemporary perspectives, positioning the kiss as a lens through which to examine shifts in social and romantic relationships. For collectors and curators, the show signals a continued interest in narrative-driven, conceptually layered group exhibitions that bridge art history and current discourse. The inclusion of Oliver Beer, known for his work with sound and materiality, suggests a focus on interdisciplinary approaches within the gallery's program.
- Artists: Oliver Beer
- People: John Kenneth Paranada
- Galleries: Thaddaeus Ropac
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