Pol Taburet: oh, if I could hear you

French artist Pol Taburet presents his first exhibition in Spain, Oh, If Only I Could Listen, organized by the Sandretto Re Rebaudengo Foundation in Madrid and curated by Hans Ulrich Obrist . The exhibition is hosted by the Pabellón de los Hexágonos , an emblematic building of 20th-century architecture located in the Casa de Campo in Madrid, which has recently been renovated. This space, designed by José Antonio Corrales and Ramón Vázquez Molezún for the 1958 Brussels Universal Exhibition, houses a set of innovative and meaningful works that explore magic, metamorphosis and the boundaries between the visible and the invisible.

Oh, si us pogués escoltar al Pabellón de los Hexágonos.

Taburet's exhibition, which opened in early March and can be visited until April 20, is made up of more than ten paintings, accompanied by drawings and sketches created especially for the occasion. The works present creatures in constant transformation, among which animal, human and even extraterrestrial elements are mixed. This visual exploration of the human figure is manifested through the use of dark tones and dynamic compositions, which evoke deep historical and cultural influences. In particular, Francisco de Goya's Black Paintings have been a crucial source of inspiration for the artist, who repeatedly visited the Prado Museum to study these works and assimilate their emotional and aesthetic charge. The exhibition environment is designed by architect Marcos Corrales, who has respected the simplicity and grandeur of the Pabellón de los Hexágonos, creating an immersive viewing space that resonates with Taburet's style. Through the incorporation of complementary sounds, texts and visual elements, visitors can fully immerse themselves in the fascinating and surreal world that the artist has created.

Very white teeth, waxed tongue, Pol Taburet (2025)

For Taburet, art is not only a means of personal expression, but also a vehicle to explore and communicate profound questions about society, culture and identity. Born in Paris and raised in a working-class environment, the artist has managed to fuse elements from diverse souls, the history of the Inquisition, the symbolism of voodoo, and even the imagery of the Ku Klux Klan. This mix of symbols and rituals, accompanied by a mythical and almost supernatural vision, defines his style and visual approach. His works can generate a sense of restlessness, but also an invitation to look beyond the obvious, seeking in each image a new interpretation and a new narrative.

Desire and stones, Pol Taburet (2025)