"Biegbak/Confessional"

• Who is the artist of the installation titled "Biegbak/Confessional"?

  Biegbak/Confessional is created by van der Merwe.
• What year was the installation "Biegbak/Confessional" created?

  2003
• What style of work does "Biegbak/Confessional" represent?

  It represents installation art.
• What mediums and techniques are used in "Biegbak/Confessional"?

  Found objects covered with rust, TV, and data projector.
• What does the installation "Biegbak/Confessional" depict?

  It depicts a confined space resembling a personal scullery.
• What elements are included in the scullery of "Biegbak/Confessional"?

  A kitchen sink, dishes, dish clothes, oven gloves, and an apron.
• What is shown on the TV monitor in the installation?

  Hands continuously scrubbing a cooking vessel.
• What does the projected image above the sink depict?

  A rainy courtyard seen through a window.
• What message does van der Merwe convey through the installation?

  Each generation cleans up and tries to start afresh.
• How does the installation relate to religious connotations?

  It relates to the confession in Roman Catholic churches.
• What does "Biegbak" aim to provide for the viewer?

  A moment for re-evaluation and reflection.
• How does the installation create a nostalgic atmosphere?

  By lending a nostalgic atmosphere to the mundane ritual of cleansing.
• What continuous cycle is represented in "Biegbak/Confessional"?

  The cycle of daily chores and the cycles of nature.
• What does the use of rust as a medium signify in the installation?

  It signifies the passage of time and degradation of objects.
• How does the viewer perceive the personal space in the installation?

  As familiar yet belonging to someone else, with the occupant absent.
• What does van der Merwe establish by combining corroded metal with technology?

  A contemporary archaeology that shifts time and confirms memory.
• How do the colors of the rusted objects contrast with the images on the TV screen?

  The brown color of rusted objects contrasts with the cool colors of the images.
• What is the texture of the rusted objects compared to the technological images?

  The rusted objects are roughly textured, while the technological images are smooth and fluid.