Archiving the Universe

Description

In *Archiving the Universe*, Stefan Klein examines dust in all its multifaceted dimensions as a fundamental component of the universe and of life. The project offers perspectives on the ambivalence of human existence, on life from theological and philosophical viewpoints, and, quite concretely, on one’s own experience: Dust is everywhere and reflects, in the microcosm, the complexity of the macrocosm. This opens up a spiritual horizon, particularly regarding the question of remembrance. The exhibition’s timing—between the Catholic feast days of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day and the Protestant “Sunday of the Dead and Eternity”—takes up this connection. The series *Archiving the Universe* combines various artistic elements. Photograms depict dust that has accumulated at different moments. At first glance, they appear to be cartographies of the universe; in fact, they show tiny particles in detail. In this way, they allude to the idea that all matter consists of the same substance, becomes the same substance, and is thus interconnected. Added to this is the sound installation *Recordings on Dust* by Ben Glas and Stefan Klein. Just as dust can linger in the air for a long time, the sound also floats through the space, connecting the individual elements of the exhibition. On select occasions, the organ engages in a live dialogue with the sound installation. The project was realized in cooperation with WÄCKER&GRAUPNER, St. Paul’s Church, the headquarters of the Art Ministry of the Archdiocese of Munich and Freising—and the Predigerkirche.

Highlights

• Exhibition by Stefan Klein
• Combines photograms and sound installations
• Explores themes of transience and connectedness

General Information

*Archiving the Universe* is an exhibition by Stefan Klein that delves into the multifaceted nature of dust as a fundamental element of life and the universe. Located in the Evang.-ref. Predigerkirche in Zürich, the exhibition runs between All Saints’ Day and Eternity Sunday, offering a unique perspective on remembrance and interconnectedness.

Location

Zähringerplatz 6, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland

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