The work of Surinamese-Dutch artist Remy Jungerman (b. 1959, Moengo, Suriname) is a convergence of diverse forms of cultural expression encountered during his travels and impressions acquired from the different places he has lived in. Upon first glance, his creations seem to adhere to the Modernism style of artists such as Piet Mondrian and Malevich, but simultaneously, it takes inspiration from the rituals of Winti and the distinctive designs of the Maroon peoples of Suriname. This results in a captivating tension between the universal visual language of Modernism and the potent spiritual influence of Voodoo and Winti. From April 11, 2015 to August 16, 2015, Gemeentemuseum Den Haag’s Projects Gallery featured Jungerman’s new pieces specially created for the exhibit, including a series of panels bearing the title Crossing the Water, which marks the first time he has displayed this type of work in the Netherlands.
Hailing from a small Maroon community in Moengo, Suriname, Jungerman pursued mechanical engineering in Paramaribo before eventually attending the renowned Gerrit Rietveld Academy in Amsterdam. However, his oeuvre should not be perceived solely as a representation of a Surinamese artist and his connection with the Netherlands. Jungerman is intrigued by the global voyage of patterns and designs, moving beyond geographic boundaries.
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