Jörgen Axelvall “Most likely, the flames will destroy themselves” Part. 2

Nov 08, 2024 at 12:00am ~ Nov 30, 2024 at 8:00pm

LOWW will host an exhibition featuring Tokyo-based Swedish photographer and artist Jörgen Axelvall. This exhibition is the second part of the series “Most Likely, the Flames Will Destroy Themselves,” following the first part held at Ken Nakahashi Gallery.

Axelvall’s visit to Ōkunoshima—where Japan secretly developed chemical weapons during WWII—offered insights into the complex legacy of Fritz Haber, the Nobel-winning chemist who discovered synthetic ammonia. While initially intended for agricultural fertilizer, his invention also enabled the production of explosives, influencing both human progress and immense destruction.

Born Jewish but converted to Christianity, Haber developed poison gas for Germany during WWI, convinced it was a humane approach to reduce casualties. Yet, his work eventually led to the creation of Zyklon B, later used by the Nazis in the Holocaust.

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Start: Nov 8th 2024 at 12:00am

End: Nov 30th 2024 at 8:00pm

LOWW

https://www.loww.co.jp/jrgen-axelvall

Takeshi Dylan Sadachi

(佐立武士) Born in 1997, Takeshi spent their childhood in Connecticut before attending high school in both Japan and the U.S. After studying at Waseda University and SOAS University of London, they have worked as an editor for a fashion news outlet and culture magazine. Takeshi was honored with a fully-funded scholarship from the UK government, prompting their return to SOAS University of London to research Japanese queer culture. Since coming back to Japan in late 2023, they now engage in editing and content production at Metropolis Magazine. You can find them on instagram at @takeshiordylan