Gabriel Dawe's 'End of Patriarchy n.1' Debuts as Queer Rebellion

Gabriel Dawe, the conceptual artist known for his rainbow thread installations, has unveiled a new work titled 'End of Patriarchy n.1' (2020). The piece features black scraps of men's suits with visible tears and scars, symbolizing the oppressive male presence in society. Dawe describes the creative process as 'painful but cathartic,' intertwining personal experience with artistic expression. The work continues his exploration of queer identity and liberation, using thread to create intricate rainbow patterns that evoke both anger and freedom. Dawe's signature material—sewing thread—references his childhood desire to learn embroidery from his grandmother, a practice denied to him as 'women's work.' The rainbow motif, a symbol of gay pride and anti-homophobia, appears as a peaceful yet powerful rebellion. The artist, originally from Mexico and now based in the US, gained international recognition with his 'Plexus' series, which began around 2010 and was featured at the 2011 Texas Biennial. 'End of Patriarchy n.1' was first shared on Dawe's social media profiles in early 2020.