Wexler Gallery

January 24, 2022 through April 30, 2022

NEW YORK- We’ve moved into a new space at the New York Design Center and are excited to be showing some of the new work that debuted at Salon Art + Design and Design Miami. Please come visit us in Suite 431 at NYDC to see pieces by Edward McHugh, Andreea Avram Rusu, Reynold Rodriguez,…

October 22, 2021 through December 23, 2021

PHILADELPHIA- Artist, activist, spoken word poet, and educator Roberto Lugo has become a major figure in contemporary ceramics. His third exhibition at Wexler Gallery, Back and Forth: Red and Meth, has Lugo sharing the space with collaborators Griff Jurchak and Kyle Mello Dixon. Lugo reimagines the gallery space as a shop filled with functional and wearable items such as lamps, bowls, clothing, sneakers, and prints. Shown alongside his signature ceramic sculptures, Lugo’s functional art solidifies his reputation for making art that is alive and meant to be lived with.

September 20, 2021 through December 17, 2021

NEW YORK — Wexler Gallery at NYDC presents Evident: Expression and Meaning, an exhibition of new work by Trish DeMasi, Edward McHugh, and Reynold Rodriguez. Evident explores how what seems obvious at first glance contains deeper meaning that imbues the work beyond the initial impression. This exhibition of bold artwork and collectible design opens on September 20 in conjunction with What’s New What’s Next at the New York Design Center, and continues through December 17. An Open House will be held September 29 and 30, including a reception with the artists on September 29, 4-6pm.

July 9, 2021 through September 24, 2021

PHILADELPHIA- Through material, texture, found imagery, and process, each artist in Embodied Abstraction is speaking about the impact of identity and history on themselves, their family, and their environment. Some of the artwork is intensely personal and emotionally powerful, some bears witness and offers social critique. The group of artists bridges a generational divide, representing the perspective of a young cohort reacting to the immediate concerns facing contemporary society…

April 19, 2021 through July 30, 2021

NEW YORK — Wexler Gallery at NYDC presents Elemental: Nature Reinterpreted, an exhibition exploring the give-and-take dynamic of how natural forms and materials influence artists and are in turn impacted by the artist’s vision and hand. In literal or conceptual representations of flora and fauna, and the transformation of earthly materials such as clay, pigment,…

January 15, 2021 through April 2, 2021

PHILADELPHIA & NEW YORK – – Studio K.O.S.: The Continuing Legacy of Tim Rollins and Kids of Survival is an exhibition that offers a look at the historical artwork of Tim Rollins and K.O.S. alongside digital artwork from the contemporary practice of Studio K.O.S, the artist collective now continuing the legacy of their long-time mentor Rollins. The two bodies of work are inextricably connected, one being the foundation of the other. The show marks the beginning of a new chapter in which the K.O.S. members take on a leading role, while still being guided by the unchanging principles of transcendence through collaborative art and knowledge.

November 16, 2020 through January 24, 2021

NEW YORK- This exhibition examines how three artists – Mami Kato, Trish DeMasi and Reynold Rodriguez – made use of the time granted them by the unexpected changes brought by the Covid-19 pandemic. These artists, already known for producing labor-intensive, handmade artwork, were able to harness the moment to carefully refine their work or to experiment with techniques that were formerly beyond the constraints of their normal circumstances. Trish DeMasi has been able to defy previous confines of scale and space to create her largest functional ceramic works yet. Mami Kato took advantage of the many hours of solitude to create her precise and intricate sculptures. Reynold Rodriguez was able to reshape and rework his first publicly debuted series of playful and functional collectible design.

September 8, 2020 through October 31, 2020

NEW YORK | ONLINE – Handmade is an exhibition highlighting designers and craftspeople who take a hands-on approach to making functional design. Imbued with the mark of the maker, each piece contains the distinct character and physicality that comes from the handmade process. The designers paradoxically achieve actualization by embracing technique, materiality, and chance. Featuring unique and custom collectible design by Feyza Kemahlioglu, Gregory Nangle, Andy Paiko, Albert Paley, Reynold Rodriguez, Stephen Shaheen, Ruben van Megen, and more.

July 6, 2020 through August 21, 2020

NEW YORK | PHILADEPHIA | ONLINE – An exhibition of selected fine art prints and works on paper by internationally acclaimed artists. The exhibition can be viewed online or by appointment at our two locations, in Philadelphia and New York. Featuring works by: Jasper Johns, Barbara Kruger, Sol LeWitt, Larry Rivers, Richard Serra, Sean Scully,…

June 15, 2020 through

NEW YORK | ONLINE – Wexler Gallery at 200 Lexington, Suite 413 offers a focused look at contemporary design by both established artists and the emerging talent of today.

Featuring functional and sculptural furniture as well as decorative art objects by artists who are known to push the bounds of their medium, Wexler Gallery showcases a curated rotation fromGregory Nangle, Andy Paiko, Feyza Kemahlioglu, Timothy Schreiber, Gulla Jonsdottir, Trish DeMasi, and more.

April 27, 2020 through May 29, 2020

ONLINE- Enticing and beautiful upon first glance, the artwork in Wild Nature offers a glimpse of the unexpected, uninhibited, and the sometimes disturbing workings of the natural world. The artists and designers featured in this group exhibition contemplate the complex dichotomies of Nature through their choices of materials, compositions, and techniques. Featuring works by Wendell…

October 4, 2019 through January 5, 2020

PHILADELPHIA – Wynorrific Times is a two-person show featuring new work by Roberto Lugo and Mat Tomezsko. The exhibition is a visual exploration of the social conditions and historical through-lines that make our contemporary world both terrible and beautiful.   Lugo and Tomezsko, both raised in Philadelphia, share a sensibility that is informed by graffiti…

October 8, 2019 through February 1, 2020

NEW YORK – Wexler Gallery will be exhibiting a collection of our design and art offerings at the newly opened 1st Dibs Gallery.  An opening event will be held on Tuesay, February 12, 2019 from 6pm to 9pm. The Terminal Stores 269 11th Ave, Floor 7 New York City Monday – Saturday 10 a.m. –…

October 6, 2018 through December 29, 2018

PHILADELPHIA- Looks can often deceive. What could be an almost certainty to one’s eye can easily dissolve with a quick brush of the hand. Sensory Design: Inventive Illusions will challenge the perception of materials and intention of art and design by inviting the viewer to explore reality beyond this first visual impression. In order to fully…

May 4, 2019 through July 14, 2019

BALTIMORE – 1 West Mount Vernon Place, the Walters Art Museum’s awe-inspiring 19th-century mansion, opens on Saturday, June 16 after a multi-year transformation. Located in the heart of Mount Vernon, 1 West offers visitors exciting new ways to experience the Walters’ renowned collection in one of Baltimore’s most distinctive and spectacular buildings. The Walters has commissioned…

May 3, 2019 through September 7, 2019

PHILADELPHIA – Philadelphia based artist couple Michael Hurwitz and Mami Kato have been sharing adjoining studios within their home for nearly thirty years, creating work starkly different in practice and medium while embracing the fluidity of their overlapping inspirations. Concurrence and Divergence: New Work by Michael Hurwitz and Mami Kato, brings together their artwork for…

April 6, 2018 through June 15, 2018

PHILADELPHIA – Wexler Gallery in partnership with the Delaware County Contemporary Art Museum is pleased spotlight two visionary artists Gregory Nangle and Peter Pincus in Form to Function I & II. The exhibition will run from April 6th through June 15th with an opening reception taking place in conjunction with First Friday on April 6th…

February 2, 2018 through March 24, 2018

WILMINGTON, DE – The Delaware Contemporary collaboration with Philadelphia’s Wexler Gallery returns for a second time to spotlight two visionary artists Gregory Nangle and Peter Pincus. This exhibition showcases the industrial, yet elegant, gilded and bronzed work of Gregory Nangle paired with the free-spirited, brightly patterned porcelain vessels of Peter Pincus. Both artists find continual fascination with the challenges presented…

February 2, 2018 through March 24, 2018

WILMINGTON, DE – The Delaware Contemporary collaboration with Philadelphia’s Wexler Gallery returns for a second time to spotlight two visionary artists Gregory Nangle and Peter Pincus. This exhibition showcases the industrial, yet elegant, gilded and bronzed work of Gregory Nangle paired with the free-spirited, brightly patterned porcelain vessels of Peter Pincus. Both artists find continual fascination with the challenges presented…

November 4, 2017 through

PHILADELPHIA- The gallery is pleased to share a selection of design and contemporary art works from our collection. Featured designers include Albert Paley, Gregory Nangle, Timothy Schreiber and Harow Studios. Incorporated into the exhibition are contemporary art works by Sean Scully, Jasper Johns, Robert Rauschenberg and more.

June 20, 2016 through

PHILADELPHIA – Wexler Gallery is pleased to present Paradox: Industrial Nature, a group furniture exhibition exposing common threads linking natural and industrial elements in both form and medium to create elevated functional pieces of design. Characteristics of natural elements and forms are revealed in various alloying metals by featured designers Sharon Sides, Gulla Jonsdottir and…

March 24, 2016 through June 11, 2016

PHILADELPHIA – Wexler Gallery is pleased to present Defacing Adversity: The life and times of Roberto Lugo, a solo exhibition featuring new work by the Philadelphia born artist. The show will run from March 24th through June 11th, 2016.  An opening reception will take place March 24th, from 5:30-8:00pm.   Defacing Adversity: The life and times…

October 2, 2015 through February 27, 2016

PHILADELPHIA – Wexler Gallery is pleased to present GREGORY NANGLE: Isomorphic Imbalance, a solo exhibition featuring new work by the Philadelphia based artist. The show will run from October 2nd through February 2016. An opening reception will take place first Friday, October 2nd, from 6:00-8:00pm. Wexler Gallery also invites the public to attend an Art Talk…

June 5, 2015 through September 26, 2015

PHILADELPHIA- Innovative contemporary glass installations alongside the master works that inspired them.  Featuring works by Dan Dailey, William Morris, Dale Chihuly, Toots Zynsky, Joanna Manousis, Tim Tate, Andy Paiko and more.

March 6, 2015 through May 30, 2015

PHILADELPIA, PA- This exhibition will explore the relationships between contemporary glass, fine art and design.  Art and design works by Philipp Aduatz, Vivian Beer, Dale Chihuly, Dan Clayman, Laura DeSantillana, Chuck Close, Jamie Harris, HildenDiaz, Marilyn Kirsch, Laura Kishimoto, Chiyomi Longo, Materialise MGX, William Morris, Gregory Nangle, Albert Paley, Mark Peiser, Lino Tagliapietra, and Howard Werner will be on…

December 5, 2014 through February 28, 2015

PHILADELPIA, PA- New furniture, sculpture and vessels of ash, eucalyptus, maple, oak, and pine wood will be on view. Howard Werner has been awarded grants from The National Endowment for the Arts and The New York State Fellowship for the Arts. His work is in numerous collections including: The Museum of Art and Design, The Mint Museum, The…

October 3, 2014 through November 29, 2014

PHILADELPHIA- In the newly renovated main space, Wexler Gallery is pleased to present Flux: Four Artists Redefining Glass, a group show of contemporary glass artists. Featured artists will include Dan Cutrone, Amie McNeel, Charlotte Potter and Wes Valdez. The show will run from October 3rd through November 29th, 2014. *An Opening Reception will take place…

July 5, 2014 through September 27, 2014

PHILADELPHIA- In the main space, Wexler Gallery is honored to present Gallery Selects: By Design. This exhibition will feature a curated collection of high-quality design pieces by important designers from all over the world. Each work has been carefully selected by Lewis Wexler, Sherri Apter Wexler, Melissa Montiel, Nick Lenker and Joy Deibert to present…

May 2, 2014 through June 28, 2014

PHILADEPHIA- Wexler Gallery is pleased to present Vivian Beer: Streamlining Desire, a solo exhibition by designer Vivian Beer. The show will run from May 2nd through June 28th. *An Opening Reception will take place on First Friday, May 2nd from 5-8pm. Streamlining Desire is a premiere look at the designer’s new Streamliner series, highlighting her…

March 7, 2014 through April 26, 2014

PHILADEPHIA- Wexler Gallery is pleased to present a premiere solo exhibition of new work by nationally renowned glass sculptor Andy Paiko.  The show will be on view from March 7th through April 26th.  An opening reception will take place on First Friday, March 7th, 2014.   In this new body of work Andy is exploring…

November 5, 2013 through March 1, 2014

PHILADELPHIA – Spawned by a voracious return to the studio since his retirement in 2007, William Morris returns to Mazorca, his momentous installation with a fresh eye and perspective. The once more-than-8-foot-tall cornucopia of glass has been re-released as 13 individual, smaller compositions, offering a chance to collect a special continuum in his body of work.  …

November 5, 2013 through March 1, 2014

PHILADELPHIA –William Morris’ first curatorial endeavor entitled “Living Nature,” includes his seven original crew members that explores their personal and artistic encounters with glass and the natural world. Consciously or subconsciously, working closely with Morris for many years has impacted each of these artist’s relationships to Nature and the mythologies associated with our living world. Here the viewer will…

December 6, 2013 through March 1, 2014

PHILADELPHIA- Wexler Gallery is pleased to present, Passages: Objects of Mind and Matter, an exciting two-artist exhibition featuring Japanese-American artists Hideaki Miyamura and Chiyomi Longo. The show will run from December 6th through March 1st. *An Opening Reception will take place on First Friday, December 6th from 5 – 8pm.  In an age where information is accelerated and…

December 6, 2013 through March 1, 2014

PHILADELPHIA- A unique and eclectic offering of photographic works by New York artist Jefferson Hayman will be on view. The show will run from December 6th through March 1st. *An Opening Reception will take place on First Friday, December 6th from 5 – 8pm.   Jefferson Hayman is an artist that works within the themes of nostalgia,…

October 4, 2013 through November 30, 2013

PHILADELPHIA- In the main space, Wexler Gallery is proud to present new works by German-born designer Timothy Schreiber and California based painter Jenny E. Balisle.   The show will run from October 4th through November 30th, 2013. An opening reception will take place on First Friday, October 4th from 5 – 8pm.   Jenny E. Balisle’s abstract…

July 5, 2013 through September 28, 2013

PHILADELPHIA- In the main space, Wexler Gallery is honored to present Masterworks, a historic exhibition of museum quality pieces by important glass artists from around the globe.  Featured artists will include Stanislav Libensky and Jaroslava Brychtova, Mark Peiser, Marvin Lipofsky, František Vízner, William Morris, Richard Marquis, Tom Patti, Joel Philip Myers, Dan Dailey and more. The show will…

May 3, 2013 through June 30, 2013

PHILADELPHIA- Wexler Gallery will feature Shifting Scale, an exhibition of new works by Rhode Island based glass artist Daniel Clayman. The show will run from May 3rd through June 30th, 2013. An Opening Reception will take place on First Friday, May 3rd from 5 – 8pm.   Daniel Clayman utilizes a vocabulary of simple forms and muted…

May 3, 2013 through June 30, 2013

PHILADELPHIA- On the second floor, Wexler Gallery will feature The End is Where We Start From, an exhibition of new works in painting, collage, and sculpture by Mark Bennion. The show will run from May 3rd through June 30th, 2013. An Opening Reception will take place on First Friday, May 3rd from 5 – 8pm.  …

March 1, 2013 through April 27, 2013

PHILADELPHIA- Wexler Gallery will feature New Visions, an exhibition of dynamic sculptural works in glass, metal, and mixed media by Philadelphia based artists Jen Blazina, Amber Cowan, Joanna Manousis, and Stacey Lee Webber. The show will run March 1 – April 27, 2013. An Opening Reception will take place First Friday, March 1st from 5 – 8pm.  …

December 7, 2012 through February 23, 2013

PHILADELPHIA- In the main gallery space, Wexler Gallery is proud to present new works by cutting edge designers Philipp Aduatz & Esque Studio. The exhibit will highlight innovative functional and decorative objects that re-examine classic ideas about form vs. function, while addressing contemporary concepts regarding making, mass production, and new technologies. The show will run…

October 5, 2012 through November 30, 2012

PHILADELPHIA- In the main gallery space, Wexler Gallery is proud to present Southern Lights, a solo exhibition of recent works by New Zealand based designer David Trubridge. The show will run from October 5 through November 30, 2012. An opening reception will take place on First Friday, October 5th from 5 – 8pm.   Trained…

July 6, 2012 through September 29, 2012

PHILADELPHIA- In correlation with the 2012 nationwide celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the American Glass Studio Movement, Wexler Gallery is honored to present a historic exhibition of museum quality pieces by American master glass artists. The show will run from July 6 through September 29, 2012.   The exhibit will include excellent examples of…

May 4, 2012 through June 30, 2012

PHILADELPHIA- In the main gallery space, Wexler Gallery is proud to present WILD Nature, a group show exploring themes relating to the natural world, the human condition, and the idea of the sublime. Featured artists will include Christy Langer, Julie Anne Mann, Andy Paiko, and Jennifer Trask. Curated by Wexler Gallery Director Sienna Freeman. The…

March 2, 2012 through April 28, 2012

PHILADELPHIA- In the main space, the gallery will host an exhibition of works by husband and wife artists, furniture maker Howard Werner and painter Michelle Stuhl. Show will run from March 2nd through April 28th. *An opening reception will take place on First Friday, March 2nd from 5 – 8 pm.   Howard Werner has…

March 2, 2012 through April 28, 2012

PHILADELPHIA- In correlation with Fiber Philadelphia 2012, Wexler Gallery will proudly present Narrative Thread, a group exhibition exploring innovative stitching and assemblage techniques. The exhibition will address multiple interpretations of identity, story telling, domestic work, and domestic objects. Featured artists will include Diem Chau, Orly Cogan, Flore Gardner, Erin Endicott, and Donna Rosenthal. *An opening…

December 3, 2011 through February 25, 2012

Picasso along side new work by innovative designer/maker Wendell Castle. Show runs December 3, 2011 – February 25, 2012. An opening reception will take place on First Friday, December 3, from 5-8pm.   Spanish born painter, sculptor, printmaker, and ceramicist, Pablo Picasso is widely recognized as one of the most brilliant and influential artists of…

December 2, 2011 through January 28, 2011

PHILADELPHIA- On the second floor, Wexler Gallery will host an exhibition of recent works by master Japanese ceramicist Hideaki Miyamura. Show runs December 2, 2011 – February 25, 2012. An opening reception will take place on First Friday, December 2, from 5-8pm.   Well known throughout Japan and the United States for his experimental and…

October 7, 2011 through November 26, 2011

PHILADELPHIA- Wexler Gallery is excited to present an exhibition of new work by innovative furniture designer Vivian Beer. Show runs October 7th through November 26th, 2011. In correlation with DesignPhiladelphia 2011, an Opening Reception & Artist Talk will take place on Saturday, October 22nd from 5 – 8pm.   An artist who sees her process…

October 7, 2011 through November 26, 2011

PHILADELPHIA- Wexler Gallery presents recent paintings and photographs by New York based artist Marilyn Kirsch on our second floor. Show runs October 7th through November 26th, 2011. In correlation with DesignPhiladelphia 2011, an Opening Reception with the Artist will take place on Saturday, October 22nd from 5 – 8pm.   An oil painter who sees her work as…

July 1, 2011 through October 1, 2011

PHILADELPHIA- Wexler Gallery proudly presents an exhibition of artworks that can coexist in the worlds of design, fine art, decorative art and craft. The Show will run from July 1st through October 1st, 2011   Exploring of a variety of materials, processes and concepts, the show will focus on one-of-a-kind or limited edition furniture pieces,…

May 6, 2011 through June 25, 2011

PHILADELPHIA – In the main gallery space, Wexler gallery is proud to present Old Souls: Reincarnated Objects, curated by gallery director Sienna Freeman. Featured artists include Orly Cogan, Brian Dettmer, Flore Gardner, and Jessica Joslin. The exhibition will run from May 6th through June 25th, 2011. * An opening reception will take place First Friday,…

January 7, 2011 through February 26, 2011

PHILADELPHIA – Wexler gallery is proud to present divergent AFFINITIES, a group exhibition organized by Barbara Harberger, Director of Arts and Collections at the Philadelphia based firm Marguerite Rodgers ltd. The exhibition will run from January 7 through February 26, 2011.   Featured artists include Jaq Belcher, Marietta Hoferer, Michael Kukla, Karen Margolis, Gudrun Mertes-Frady,…