DOUBLE TRANCHANT - Jacques SCHMITZ & Raphael TANIOS

Exhibition

The “Double Tranchant” Exhibition: An Artistic Confrontation between Figuration and Expression

From March 29 to April 26, 2025, the Schëfflenger Konschthaus is hosting the “Double Tranchant” exhibition, an artistic encounter between Jacques Schmitz and Raphael Tanios. Through distinct visual approaches, these two artists explore the ambivalence of the gaze, the duality of emotions, and the tension between figuration and abstraction.

Jacques Schmitz’s work is characterized by a pictorial exploration where human forms mingle with symbolic elements, creating an enigmatic, narrative atmosphere. In contrast, Raphael Tanios dives into a rawer, more emotional mode of expression, with faces marked by dramatic intensity and a vibrant palette.

The “Double Tranchant” exhibition invites visitors to immerse themselves in a world where perception oscillates between familiarity and strangeness, between order and chaos. The works of both artists simultaneously contrast with and complement each other, revealing a striking duality that prompts the viewer to reflect on the complexity of human existence and how it is represented.

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The opening reception will take place on Friday, March 28 at 6:30 PM, offering a first chance to discover the works and engage with the artists in a friendly atmosphere.

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Open from Wednesday to Sunday, 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM, the exhibition also offers the opportunity to meet the artists every Sunday, allowing visitors to delve deeper into the artists’ approaches and inspirations.