The works of Eszter Poroszlai (1974, Budapest), reveals an artistic programme of constant experimentation and scientific interest. Evolving from her early engagement with the traditional medium of painting, Poroszlai's oeuvre has undergone a profound evolution, marked by a transition towards geometric abstraction and a deep-seated fascination with the scientific intricacies of the natural world. In her minimalist compositions, Poroszlai adeptly explores motifs such as the torus, circle, and cone, unraveling their spatial complexities with meticulous precision. Drawing inspiration from metaphysics and mathematics, her abstract works transcend conventional boundaries, offering viewers a glimpse into the infinite possibilities of space and perspective. This conceptual framework shapes her creative repertoire, evident in precisely structured installations where stretched threads carve out new planes of spatial dimensionality. Expanding beyond traditional mediums, Poroszlai seamlessly integrates textiles and photographic processes into her artistic practice, offering profound meditations on the interplay between vision and perception, reality and illusion.
Poroszlai's exhibition "I Hold the Line by the Hand", delves into the profound relationship between geometry and the innate forms found in nature, inviting viewers to contemplate the intrinsic beauty of the natural world through a conceptual lens. Central to this exploration is Poroszlai's four-scale installation, "Traverse", a captivating embodiment of the interplay between virtual and physical space. Spanning gallery walls with the motif of the cone, this installation serves as a dynamic collision of abstract concepts and tangible reality. In her series "Insta(nt)llation", conceived during the challenging times of the pandemic, Poroszlai reflects on themes of confinement and escapism, juxtaposing the allure of virtual spaces with the enduring presence of the physical realm. Utilizing the ancient cyanotype technique, she captures landscapes and arboreal forms in a timeless cyan-blue hue, complemented by meticulously embroidered ray lines that extend into the spatial continuum.
Eszter Poroszlai graduated in 2014 from the Hungarian University of Fine Arts, majoring in painting in Zsigmond Károlyi's class. She is currently a student at the Doctoral School of Arts at the University of Pécs, and has studied in Paris and Berlin on scholarships. Her sculptures have been featured in numerous domestic and international exhibitions. His geometric abstract works have been exhibited at the Vasarely Museum, the Szombathely Picture Gallery, the Fészek Artists' Club, the 193 Gallery in Paris, and the "Scene Ungarn" exhibition at the Museum Ritter in Waldenbuch, among others.
Opening
- 6:00 pm
- The Space
The exhibition will be opened by artist Eszter Poroszlai and gallery owner Linda Bérczi.
Guided tour with artist Eszter Poroszlai at her exhibition entitled I Hold the Line by the Hand
- 6:00 pm
- The Space
If you would like to learn more about the artist and the motivation and creative process behind her art, we warmly welcome you to the artist-led tour of Eszter Poroszlai's solo exhibition entitled "I Hold the Line."
I Hold the Line by the Hand – Finissage: Artist Talk & Performance
- 6:00 pm
- The Space
On the occasion of the closing event of Eszter Poroszlai's exhibition "I Hold the Line," Linda Bérczi will talk with the artist on Friday, March 22, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. All interested parties are warmly welcome to attend! The exhibition will close with a performance by dancer Zsófia Lipták.

























