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Beatrice Burlone's 'Mal della luna' Explores Feminist Perspectives on Human-Animal Relationships

publication · 2026-04-21

Beatrice Burlone unveils 'Mal della luna,' a photographic endeavor that examines the power dynamics between humans and horses. The title alludes to a condition in horses that leads to blindness, serving as a metaphor for human ignorance. Through her photographs of horse eyes and training gear, Burlone critiques the traditional hierarchy in human-animal interactions, drawing from her equestrian background. Adopting a feminist lens, she connects the male perspective on both animals and women. The project showcases symbolic imagery and historical photographs of horses, highlighting their subjugation to human perceptions. Burlone advocates for more respectful relationships by intertwining the identities of women and horses. This exhibition is featured in 'Il teorema dell’anatra,' supported by LABA Libera Accademia di Belle Arti in Brescia, and includes a quote from Joan Fontcuberta.

Key facts

  • Beatrice Burlone created the photographic project 'Mal della luna'
  • The title refers to an equine ocular disease causing intermittent blindness
  • The work examines power dynamics in human-horse relationships
  • Burlone incorporates a feminist perspective comparing the male gaze on animals and women
  • The project uses images of equine eyes, horse viewpoints, and training equipment
  • Historical representations show horses as simplified and subordinate to human perspective
  • The work appears in the column 'Il teorema dell'anatra' exploring photographic reality
  • The column is promoted by LABA Libera Accademia di Belle Arti in Brescia

Entities

Artists

  • Beatrice Burlone
  • Joan Fontcuberta

Institutions

  • LABA Libera Accademia di Belle Arti
  • ATP DIARY

Locations

  • Brescia
  • Italy

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