Elisa Seitzinger Reimagines Medieval Symbolism in Parma Exhibition
Illustrator Elisa Seitzinger presents a visionary universe blending sacred and profane imagery at a Parma exhibition. Her work draws from medieval symbolism, bestiaries, illuminated manuscripts, Byzantine mosaics, heraldry, Russian icons, and tarot cards to create a 'new Middle Ages' reflecting post-pandemic transcendence. Contemporary Madonnas on Gothic thrones, maidens and knights in trefoil aedicules, and eyeless sirens among fantastic beasts reinterpret medieval motifs in a pop style with flat tints and extreme stylization. The exhibition features angels, demons, martyrs, heroes, mythological figures, and botanical elements, aiming for hieratic, mysterious compositions with strong visual impact. The show is part of the Parma 360 Festival.
Key facts
- Elisa Seitzinger is the illustrator featured.
- The exhibition takes place in Parma.
- The work reinterprets medieval symbolism.
- Sources include bestiaries, illuminated manuscripts, Byzantine mosaics, heraldry, Russian icons, and tarot cards.
- The style is pop with extreme stylization and flat tints.
- Figures include contemporary Madonnas, maidens, knights, sirens, angels, demons, martyrs, heroes, and mythological figures.
- The exhibition is part of the Parma 360 Festival.
- The work addresses post-pandemic transcendence and the need for concreteness.
Entities
Artists
- Elisa Seitzinger
- Roberta Vanali
Institutions
- Artribune
- Exibart
- Einaudi
- Parma 360 Festival
Locations
- Parma
- Italy