Henrik Olesen

Henrik Olesen's artistic exploration predominantly centers around identity, gender politics, and the inscription of the homosexual body in history. Through collage, found-object sculptures, and spatial interventions, he weaves together intricate narratives that resist straightforward interpretation. 

Biography of Henrik Olesen

Henrik Olesen, a Danish artist based in Berlin, has left an indelible mark on the global art scene with his thought-provoking and multifaceted works. From New York City to Sweden and Austria, Olesen's exhibitions have captivated audiences, offering a nuanced exploration of identity, gender politics, and the historical context of same-sex desire.

Born in Esbjerg in 1967, Olesen honed his artistic skills at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen, where he studied from 1989 to 1996. This educational foundation laid the groundwork for a career marked by a relentless pursuit of conceptual depth and artistic innovation.

Henrik Olesen's impact extends globally, with solo exhibitions held at prestigious institutions such as The Wattis Institute in San Francisco, the Museum Ludwig in Cologne, and the Museum für Gegenwartskunst in Basel.

Currently, the artist is based in Berlin, Germany.