Exhibition / Devil’s Rope: Between Refuse and Refuge

Devil’s Rope: Between Refuse and Refuge

For over a century, barbed wire has been utilized extensively to demarcate territorial boundaries and define spaces, such as fields, pastures, urban areas, factories, military barracks, and countries. "Devil's Rope," employs barbed wire as a medium to contemplate the concept of borders and the intricacies of human mobility.

Using barbed wire and infrasound frequencies below human hearing (0-20Hz), the asymmetrically arranged interactive installation intensifies the visual, acoustic, and situational elements of borders, drawing visitors into an atmosphere of tension. In doing so, it creates a symbolic space that brings together the tangible reality and the complex challenges posed by a world grappling with mobility crises. Incorporating an infrared sensor, the installation responds dynamically to the presence of viewers in the room, causing the wires to vibrate more intensely as the audience count increases. This interactive element adds a dimension to the experience, shaping the resonance and ambiance of 'Devil's Rope: Between Refuse and Refuge' in real-time.

The installation invites re-examination of the interplay between the body, borders, sound, and space, highlighting the multifaceted nature of these issues.

28-30 July 2023
Zwitschermaschine
Potsdamerstr. 161 10783 Berlin

photos by @realclemensfischer
curation @fangts_
funded by Musikfonds e.V