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Hans Ulrich Obrist on mystical gardens: 'We wanted to create a situation of slowing down'
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Hans Ulrich Obrist on mystical gardens: 'We wanted to create a situation of slowing down'

The article discusses Hans Ulrich Obrist's curatorial project for the Vatican Pavilion at the Venice Biennale, which focuses on the medieval mystic Hildegard von Bingen. Obrist explains his inspiration for the exhibition, rooted in his early exposure to medieval manuscripts and his later research into Hildegard’s work. The exhibition, titled 'The Eye is the Ear of the Soul,' takes place in the 'Mystical Garden' of the Carmelite monastery Scalzi in Venice, a rare open space within the city. Obrist highlights Hildegard’s significance as a universal scholar, healer, and feminist figure who challenged gender norms in her time. The exhibition combines sound installations with elements of the garden, emphasizing themes of spirituality, ecology, and silence amidst urban chaos.

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Hans Ulrich Obrist on mystical gardens: 'We wanted to create a situation of slowing down'

The article discusses Hans Ulrich Obrist's curatorial project for the Vatican Pavilion at the Venice Biennale, which focuses on the medieval mystic Hildegard von Bingen. Obrist explains his inspiration for the exhibition, rooted in his early exposure to medieval manuscripts and his later research into Hildegard’s work. The exhibition, titled 'The Eye is the Ear of the Soul,' takes place in the 'Mystical Garden' of the Carmelite monastery Scalzi in Venice, a rare open space within the city. Obrist highlights Hildegard’s significance as a universal scholar, healer, and feminist figure who challenged gender norms in her time. The exhibition combines sound installations with elements of the garden, emphasizing themes of spirituality, ecology, and silence amidst urban chaos.

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