Monika Grycko's Sacred Monkeys at Magazzeno Art Gallery
Monika Grycko (Warsaw, 1970) presents a solo exhibition at Magazzeno Art Gallery in Ravenna, featuring luminescent monkey sculptures and paintings that blend geological and spiritual themes. The works, such as the humanoid sculpture Mystic Monkey, depict sanctified primates as ironic oracles suggesting a return to an uncontaminated, instinctual nature. Accompanying pieces include her characteristic U-Boot forms and works like Mammifera and Senza titolo, which explore themes of protection and hybridity. The exhibition also addresses mammalian cloning and evolution, with a satirical take on Pentecost. The show is curated by Francesca Baboni, who also wrote the review.
Key facts
- Monika Grycko was born in Warsaw in 1970.
- The exhibition is held at Magazzeno Art Gallery in Ravenna.
- The works feature luminescent monkeys with a spiritual quality.
- Mystic Monkey is a humanoid sculpture acting as an ironic oracle.
- The show references mammalian cloning and evolution.
- Themes include a return to a healthy instinctuality.
- Works include Mammifera, Senza titolo, and Passenger mum.
- The review was written by Francesca Baboni.
Entities
Artists
- Monika Grycko
- Francesca Baboni
Institutions
- Magazzeno Art Gallery
- Artribune
Locations
- Ravenna
- Italy
- Warsaw
- Poland