Ragnar Kjartansson
Ragnar Kjartansson ([ˈraknar̥ cʰar̥tansɔn]) is a contemporary Icelandic artist who engages multiple artistic mediums, creating video installations, performances, drawings, and paintings that draw upon myriad historical and cultural references. An underlying pathos and irony connect his works, with each deeply influenced by the comedy and tragedy of classical theater. The artist blurs the distinct…
Artist details
- Type
- Person
- Area
- Reykjavík, Höfuðborgarsvæðið, Iceland
- Born
- 1976
- Labels
- 4AD