Every once in a while New York lends it’s streets to some of the most memorable art installations, projects and programs. Until October 20th, you’ll be able to see just that. The Paul Kasmin Gallery and Michael Shvo have joined forces to present Francois Xavier Lalanne’s series of work from the 60s to the 90s set in a former Getty gas station, in the heart of Chelsea’s gallery district.
25 sheep sculptures are sprawled across the fresh grass that is laid atop the gas station’s empty lot. The gas pumps stayed to add to the urban landscape that Lalanne’s work is set in. Passerbys stop and gawk at the quirky concept of The Sheep Station that is outside on the corner of 24th Street and 10th Avenue. Whether you like the work or not, it’s public art programs like these that make New York what it is. It’s what keeps us excited, inspired and surprised. Because you never know when you turn that block, what you’re gonna see next. That’s New York for you.
Go visit The Sheep Station at 239 10th Ave on view from September 17th to October 20th. And visit www.gettystation.com for more information on the work.