Scott Kahn – Silent Night

David Zwirner, 20th Street, 537 West 20th Street, 10011, New York City

10. September 2026 – 17. Oktober 2026

David Zwirner presents an exhibition by Scott Kahn at the 537 West 20th Street location in New York, showcasing a significant collection of new and recent paintings alongside works from the past twenty-five years. The exhibition centers on Kahn's distinctive landscapes, a key aspect of his artistic practice. Over more than five decades, Kahn has adhered to a representational style, employing a unique formal language to capture the beauty and banality of everyday life. His enigmatic landscapes merge real and surreal elements, featuring vibrant colors and ethereal shadows. The works depict dynamic scenes, such as animated clouds, foreboding moonscapes, and vividly colored bare trees, alongside picture windows that reveal both familiar and unfamiliar worlds. The themes of changing seasons and the transition from day to night are prevalent, often encapsulated within a single canvas, reflecting Kahn's deep engagement with his lived experiences.