Emil Ferris

Emil Ferris, "Ich mag Monster", 2018
This exhibition is available in
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French
English
4.7.-15.11.2026
The American Emil Ferris (*1960) is one of the most important contemporary comic artists. Her unmistakable ballpoint pen drawings impress with their expressiveness and profound insights into the human psyche. The exhibition presents originals, objects and children's books.

Press conference: Thursday, 2.7.2026, 11 a.m.
Vernissage: Friday, 3.7.2026

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