Francesca Woodman's Surrealist Photographs at Gagosian Rome
The Gagosian Rome is currently hosting an exhibition showcasing the surrealist photographs of Francesca Woodman, featuring small-format works (41.6 x 41.6 cm), many of which are previously unseen and printed by the artist herself. The gallery's oval room reflects the surrealist egg motif, while the exhibition title is derived from a photograph taken between 1975 and 1977. Woodman, who studied at the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) in Rome, is known for works like "Flesh," where she creatively folds her abdomen, and the "Fish Calendar" series, which uses garfish and lemons. Notable pieces include an untitled work from 1977–78 featuring Giuseppe Gallo's hand and Sabina Mirri.
Key facts
- Exhibition at Gagosian Rome features Francesca Woodman's small-format photographs (41.6 x 41.6 cm).
- Many of the photographs are previously unseen and were printed by Woodman herself.
- The gallery's oval room echoes the surrealist egg motif.
- Exhibition title taken from a 1975–77 photograph.
- Woodman studied at RISD in Rome, frequenting Pastificio Cerere and Maldoror bookstore.
- In 'Flesh' (1976), Woodman folds her abdomen to simulate a face.
- 'Fish Calendar' series uses garfish for days and lemons for months.
- Untitled 1977–78 photograph features Giuseppe Gallo's hand and Sabina Mirri.
Entities
Artists
- Francesca Woodman
- Giuseppe Gallo
- Sabina Mirri
Institutions
- Gagosian Rome
- RISD
- Pastificio Cerere
- Maldoror bookstore
Locations
- Rome
- Italy