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Indah Arsyad. The Ultimate Breath

Indah Arsyad (born 1965) is one of Indonesia's most important contemporary media artists. The exhibition is presented in the participatory, freely accessible zam space.

26 November 2025 to 25 May 2026

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A woman with long black hair sits confidently, wearing a black outfit. She is positioned in front of softly illuminated backgrounds displaying intricate shadow patterns, contributing to a warm and artistic ambiance.

Indah Arsyad
© KHM-Museumsverband

A woman with long black hair sits on a bench, wearing a black top and patterned golden pants. Behind her, a large illuminated cube casts shadows of intricate designs, including a dragon and a sun motif, onto the wall. The setting is dimly lit, emphasizing the shapes.

Indah Arsyad
© KHM-Museumsverband

Alt text: A display featuring large, translucent fabric panels with abstract patterns. Backlit silhouettes of figures are visible on the panels, creating an artistic installation. The setting has dim lighting that enhances the visual contrast.

Exhibition view
© KHM-Museumsverband, Weltmuseum Wien,
Photo: Daniel Sostaric

Three illuminated tapestries are displayed behind glass panels, featuring intricate designs. The tapestries are in the shape of pointed arches, showcasing colorful and detailed illustrations against a textured, marbled background in a dimly lit setting.

Exhibition view
© KHM-Museumsverband, Weltmuseum Wien,
Photo: Daniel Sostaric

Silhouettes cast against a light backdrop show intricate shadow figures of a mythical creature on the left and a detailed character riding a crocodile in the center. The scene is framed by soft drapery, creating an artistic and mystical atmosphere.

Exhibition view
© KHM-Museumsverband, Weltmuseum Wien,
Photo: Daniel Sostaric

A colorful shadow puppet casting a detailed silhouette on a textured brown background. The puppet features intricate designs and is depicted in an upright position, suggesting movement or performance.

Exhibition view
© KHM-Museumsverband, Weltmuseum Wien,
Photo: Daniel Sostaric

A dark background filled with stars and celestial patterns, featuring a central white illustration depicting a group of people gathered around a table, surrounded by stylized trees and motifs. The overall composition evokes a sense of community and cosmic wonder.

Exhibition view
© KHM-Museumsverband, Weltmuseum Wien,
Photo: Daniel Sostaric

A dark room features a large, illuminated blue artwork on the wall, depicting a stylized tree surrounded by floral motifs. Below, small projection devices emit soft light, creating an ethereal atmosphere. A dark bench is positioned in the foreground for viewers to sit and observe.

Exhibition view
© KHM-Museumsverband, Weltmuseum Wien,
Photo: Daniel Sostaric

Press contact

Mag. Dr. Wolfgang Lamprecht (ext. Leitung)
+43 1 525 24 4021

Mag. Sarah Aistleitner
+43 1 525 24 4025

Tanja Stigler

+43 1 525 24 4019

presse@khm.at