Retort - a showcase by Charlie Murphy

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A must see 5 day exhibition presents new works by Charlie Murphy in response to the scientific glass making explored in 'Retort (turning circles)' piece which will also be on view, on loan from The Wellcome Trust Collection. Charlie Murphy has worked with glass for over fifteen years; employing many of its different qualities through casting, blowing and lampworking towards touring and permanent exhibitions. This new exhibition for The Black Swan presents a selection of installation and wall mounted works inspired by the scientific glassmaking techniques showcased in the video 'Retort (turning circles) 2011'. Drawing out some of the emotional dimensions of this extraordinary material, Murphy has created her own interpretations of anatomical and botanical illustrations and re-configured a range of scientific and medical glass-ware. Charlie Murphy will be holding a talk about her work on Sat March 16th at 2pm