At Dia:Chelsea, through October 25, you can visit the exhibition Duane Linklater: 12 + 2 — a project in which sculpture becomes a language of memory and movement.
At the heart of the show are seven large bison sculptures, each presented in a different pose — as if the animals are lying down, rolling, or shifting in the dust. These soft yet powerful gestures are more than visual form. As the curator notes, such movements have shaped the North American landscape for centuries, transforming earth, air, and light into a living environment.
About the Artist
Duane Linklater is a contemporary Canadian artist and a member of the Omaskêko Cree Nation from northern Alberta. Born in 1976, he now lives and works in North Bay, Ontario.
His artistic practice intertwines personal history, collective memory, and a critical reflection on North America’s colonial past. Through material form, Linklater explores loss, connection to the land, and the resilience of cultural identity.
Sculptures That Move Without Moving
At first glance, Linklater’s bisons appear as solid concrete monoliths, yet the longer you look, the more you sense their rhythm and physicality. The artist masterfully conveys movement and weight, strength and vulnerability, turning these monumental figures into living stories. Like real animals, they captivate from afar — and up close, their details reveal a quiet, dynamic presence.
Visitor Information
Address: Dia:Chelsea, 537 W 22nd St
Hours: Wednesday–Saturday, 12 PM–6 PM
Admission: Free
