The Art of Cutlery, a first-of-its-kind group exhibition featuring modern renditions of humanity's oldest tool, the culinary knife, took place from August 29 to September 7, 2024, in Tribeca, NYC. From the diverse group of guests who attended to the artists' whose world-class work represented five continents, the feedback was overwhelming and inspiring. We're excited to look toward the next iteration. Below are photos, from the opening reception, to the artist's talk, to the extraordinary art itself. Thank you to everyone who helped make this special event such a success.
A group exhibition of the finest contemporary renditions of humanity's oldest tool, the culinary knife, crafted exclusively for this show by over 20 cutting edge artists. Curated by Abe Shaw.
August 29 - September 7, 2024
86 Walker St., 5th Floor, NYC, 10013
Knives are humanity's oldest tool, integral to our very survival and evolution as a species. They allow us to procure sustenance, to nourish ourselves and our loved ones, enabling us to break bread with friends and strangers alike, and to grow as a civilization. These are the tools which feed us, the most intimate tools in our lives. Their importance to our way of life can not be overstated, just as the innovation, talent, and contribution to society by those skilled artisans who craft them should not be overlooked. The contemporary renditions of this most ancient tool combine function and art like few objects can, and through the works of these 24+ artists, we think you'll agree that a chef's knife can be not just tool and fine art at once, but a bridge between food, art, design, and history.
Representing artists from Austria to Brazil, Australia to California, and beyond.
Don Carlos Andrade • Nick Anger • Emiliano Carrillo • Torbjörn 'Tobbe' Lundström • Andersson Copra • Tristan Dare • Charlie Ellis • Toma Fenes • Tobias Hangler • Benjamin Kamon • Shoichi Hashimoto • Saul Kokkinos-Kennedy • Jordan LaMothe • David Lisch • Andrew Meers • William Porto • Niko Nicolaides • James Oatley • Joshua Prince • Bryan Raquin • Jackson Rumble • Isaiah Schroeder • Joe Schrum • Salem Straub • Casey Vilensky • David Wolke
With much gratitude to all Eatingtools makers without whom this would not be possible.
Special thanks to Bob Kramer, Talea Beer, Regalis Foods, Chef Michael Tusk, and Chef Andy Baraghani, Jay Strell, & Christine Muhlke.
Photos by Evan Sung.
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