'In bed' by Ron Mueck
Ron Mueck | England b. 1958 | In bed (detail) 2005 | Mixed media | Purchased 2008. Queensland Art Gallery Foundation | Photograph: N. Harth
In bed by Ron Mueck 2005, from the Queensland Art Gallery’s collection, will commence a tour of Queensland in September 2011, providing regional audiences with an opportunity to view this popular sculpture.
The Australian-born, London-based sculptor creates figures in both emotional and physical states of exposure, suspended in self-consciousness, introspection or deep contemplation. Widely acclaimed and astounding in their realism, Ron Mueck's works are some of the most evocative sculptures of out time.
The accompanying publication will be available from the Gallery Store and online.
View the installation of In bed 2005 on YouTube and Flickr
Resources
Download the Ron Mueck Exhibition room brochure.
An education resource is available for primary and secondary students to learn about and engage with Ron Mueck's artwork. The resource includes in-gallery questions, classroom activities and accompanying curriculum checklist.
Queensland tour venues and dates
Ipswich Art Gallery
10 September – 13 November 2011
Pinnacles Gallery, Thuringowa
19 November 2011 – 8 January 2012
KickArts Contemporary Arts, Cairns
14 January – 25 March 2012
Artspace Mackay
31 March – 20 May 2012
