An artistic dialogue across borders
Historic spaces do not merely preserve time—they embody it. Within the castle museums of Greiz, time is not an abstract measure but a lived dimension, inscribed in architecture, materiality, and memory. Time & Being situates contemporary art within this field of tension and understands the present not as a rupture from history, but as part of its ongoing unfolding.
Art as a universal language
The exhibition brings together artistic positions that do not aim to reconstruct the past or comment on it from a distance. Instead, the works enter into a direct relationship with the historic space. In this proximity, a shared presence emerges between artwork, architecture, and viewer. Time is no longer experienced as a linear sequence, but as duration—layered, overlapping, and perceptible.
An extraordinary place for extraordinary art
Set against the architectural backdrop of the Upper and Lower Castles, a dialogue unfolds between historic space and contemporary vision. Centuries of princely culture, architecture, and tradition resonate with modern forms of artistic expression, creating a dynamic interplay in which history and modernity reflect one another.
Curated by Rainer Koch (Director of the Museums of the Palace and Residential City of Greiz), Nour Nouri (Director of the Pashmin Art Consortia), and Dr. Davood Khazaie (International Curator), the exhibition benefits from a unique fusion of diverse perspectives. Koch contributes his profound knowledge of Greiz’s cultural heritage, while Nouri lends the project international reach and expertise in intercultural dialogue; meanwhile, Khazaie situates the endeavor within global discourses on memory, space, and identity through the lens of art criticism.
Diversity as an expression of the present
In this context, being signifies a situated presence—a form of existence within space that is neither static nor detached. The artworks do not appear as isolated interventions within the historic environment, but as moments within an ongoing dialogue between contemporary artistic practice and the architectural memory of the site.
Within this encounter, continuity does not emerge as permanence, but as relation. Past and present exist in active exchange, shaping one another’s perception. The exhibition therefore does not position contemporary art in opposition to history, but allows both to operate within the same spatial and temporal framework.
Time & Being invites the viewer to experience the historic space as something alive—a place where the present moment unfolds within a longer temporal movement, and where contemporary art becomes part of this ongoing state of being.
An invitation to engage with the issues
The official opening will take place on April, 11 at 6 p.m.
The opening ceremony will include presentations by the three curators. Between speeches, the audience will enjoy an enchanting piano concert by Greiz-based pianist Álvaro Baltanás Meliveo, whose music expands the dialogue between art and architecture through sound.
Art lovers, members of the press, and interested parties are cordially invited to engage in conversation with the artists in attendance and experience the works in a personal setting. The festivities will be opened by museum director Rainer Koch, Pashmin Art director Nour Nouri, and co-curator Dr. Davood Khazaie.
Organized by Pashmin Art Consortia, this international group exhibition will be a highlight on the cultural calendar. It stands as a celebration of the shared human experience as expressed through art and an affirmation of the role of creativity in fostering global connections.
About Pashmin Art Consortia
Pashmin Art Consortia is a leading international arts organization dedicated to promoting cultural exchange through art. With a global network of artists, galleries, and cultural institutions, Pashmin Art Consortia curates exhibitions and events that bridge cultural differences and bring diverse voices to the forefront of the art world.
About the museums of the castle and royal seat town of Greiz
The residential castles of Greiz, consisting of the Upper and Lower Castles, embody centuries of European architecture and history. The Upper Castle, whose origins date back to the 12th century, houses a museum that brings the region’s eventful history to life. The Lower Castle, a magnificent Baroque building, also houses a museum and a textile workshop that offers an insight into historical textile production.
The harmonious combination of the two castles forms a framework that unites architecture and cultural history. The interplay of the exhibition rooms unfolds a comprehensive picture of this rich historical era.