Eleganza Extravaganza Cats
Eleganza Extravaganza Cats
วิฬาร์ วิลิศมาหรา
Vipoo’s solo exhibition in Bangkok at SAC Gallery.
16 December 2023 - 16 March 2024.
Opening reception:
Saturday, December 16, 2023
From 4:30 p.m. onwards
Speech and performance 6/6.30 pm
The 1st floor, Art Centre Bldg., SAC Gallery
"Eleganza Extravaganza Cats" by Vipoo Srivilasa, a captivating exploration of Thai folklore with a queer lens, draws inspiration from the play 'Chaiyachet' of the Rama II era. Through the spotlight on 'Nang Maew', a character challenging gender norms, the exhibition unveils queerness in classic Thai literature, showcasing flamboyant sculptures that demand attention.
Adorned in gold, the cat sculptures invite viewers to reflect on identity and societal acceptance. Collaborating with sound artist Sirasar Boonma, Srivilasa adds a dynamic layer, guiding visitors through the complexity of the queer experience. This exhibition sparks dialogue on visibility and societal acceptance beyond the queer community, challenging the need for external validation.
"Eleganza Extravaganza Cats" solo exhibition by Vipoo Srivilasa will be on view from 16 December 2023 - 16 March 2024.
SAC Gallery invites you to experience the eleganza extravaganza on opening reception and meet the artist himself, who is coming from Melbourne, Australia, on Saturday, December 16, 2023 from 4:30 p.m. onwards at the 1st floor, Art Centre Bldg., SAC Gallery
The speakers used in this exhibition are kindly provided by the generosity of Bang & Olufsen Bangkok