When the Sun Goes Down and the Moon Comes Up

This catalogue documents an exhibition curated by Ugo Rondinone, exploring love and desire through the lens of Swiss art, including works by Vallotton and Hodler.

This catalogue provides an insightful look into an exhibition curated by the renowned Italian artist Ugo Rondinone, who was invited by the Musee d’Art et d’Histoire (MAH) in Geneva. The exhibition fosters a dialogue between Rondinone's contemporary works and the museum's permanent collection, creating a unique artistic conversation. The text is presented in both English and French, making it accessible to a wider audience.

At the heart of this exhibition are two significant figures in Swiss art, Felix Vallotton and Ferdinand Hodler. Rondinone's work engages with their legacies, exploring themes of love and desire that resonate deeply within the context of art and creation. The book captures the essence of the exhibition, showcasing how these themes are interwoven through the selected works, inviting viewers to reflect on their own relationships with art.

When the Sun Goes Down and the Moon Comes Up documents not just the artworks displayed, but also the atmosphere of the museum's halls during the exhibition. It serves as a visual and textual record of the dialogue established between Rondinone's contemporary pieces and the historical works of Vallotton and Hodler, enriching our understanding of the emotional connections we forge with art.