Hauser Wirth Downtown Los Angeles presents two new exhibitions – Bacchanalia by Flora Yukhnovich as well as Handshake by Lee Lozano. Both solo shows will run through January 18, 2026.
Flora Yukhnovich Lee Lozano
Flora Yukhnovich
British painter Flora Yukhnovich reimagines art history through vibrant reinterpretations of French Rococo, Italian Baroque, and Abstract Expressionism. She explores movement and materiality through cascading compositions that fluidly merge figuration and abstraction. For her first solo exhibition in Los Angeles, Yukhnovich unveils a new collection inspired by Bacchanalia, celebrating excess, sensuality, and vitality.
Her swirling, opulent brushwork captures the tension between ancient revelry and today’s consumerist indulgence. Moreover, her dynamic surfaces embody both abundance and desire, translating visual pleasure into modern form. A richly illustrated catalogue, featuring an essay by curator Eleanor Nairne, will accompany the exhibition and deepen insight into her creative approach.
Significantly, “Bacchanalia” at Hauser & Wirth Downtown Los Angeles aligns with her upcoming mural project, “Flora Yukhnovich’s Four Seasons,” at The Frick Collection in New York (3 September 2025 – 9 March 2026). This monumental work responds directly to François Boucher’s famed “Four Seasons” series, linking historical opulence with contemporary expression. Through these dual presentations, Yukhnovich continues expanding the dialogue between past and present artistic traditions.
Lee Lozano
The exhibition “Lee Lozano. Hard Handshake” unites more than 100 drawings created between 1959 and 1968, charting the artist’s fearless evolution. Working with astonishing speed, Lozano experimented with diverse techniques to produce drawings that pulse with intensity and wit. Her sharp humor and unflinching perception expose and critique societal structures—especially gender roles, property, and the commercialization of art.
Furthermore, these works challenge conformity and reflect a deep skepticism toward institutional authority. Seen collectively, the drawings reveal Lozano’s bold energy and revolutionary spirit, still resonating powerfully today. Though seldom displayed during her lifetime, this series remains vital for understanding her uncompromising vision.
In conjunction with the show, Hauser & Wirth Publishers will release “In the Studio: Lee Lozano,” a comprehensive volume by Lucrezia Calabrò Visconti. The book examines Lozano’s practice and enduring impact, underscoring her pivotal role in redefining artistic independence and conceptual rigor.
Visit the website for more info; Hours: 11am-5pm; Hauser Wirth, 901-909 E 3rd St, LA, 90013; https://www.hauserwirth.com
