Symphony in Rhapsody by Felieke van der Leest

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Felieke van der Leest

And now there is an entire exhibition with pieces full of music. As ever, Van der Leest's approach is free and unpredictable. Some of her new pieces are made from parts of actual instruments. Van der Leest is a keen operator of allusions: parts of a flute merge effortly into faces, as has the bridge of a violin. Two necklaces have a completely different melodic connection: they both contain a tiny music box. Finally, all sorts of musicians are depicted in this show, varying from ferociously singing 'angels' and a blue trumpet player, to the surprising likenesses of two ever adored pop idols. The most remarkable group of pieces is connected to the five members of the punk band in which Felieke van der Leest plays herself, ergo, she is represented in the display as well.

The world of punk and heavy metal might seem a far cry from the refined craftmanship - both the crochet work and the beadwork - that comes out of Van der Leest's hands. Though metal bands resound only occasionally through the workshop nowadays, jazz music took their place, still, her love for the band and its members remains undiminished. Their exuberantly designed portraits make a special tribute to this doubly talented artist.

Ward Schrijver 
(© Galerie Rob Koudijs)


This exhibition has received support from Norwegian Crafts and the Norwegian MFA’s support programme for freight and travel. 




Opening Hours:
Thursdays to Saturdays, 11 am - 4 pm.