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Richard Saltoun Gallery's 'Scandalous' Exhibition Spotlights Women Surrealists

exhibition · 2026-05-12

The Richard Saltoun Gallery is showcasing 'Scandalous: Women in Surrealism,' an exhibition that celebrates the contributions of avant-garde female Surrealist artists who transformed the movement's visual and conceptual framework. This event aligns with the gallery's participation at TEFAF New York and prominently features significant pieces by Italian surrealist Manina (1918-2010). Known as a muse for Erwin Blumenfeld and praised by André Breton as 'pure poetry,' this marks Manina's first solo exhibition since her passing in 2010. The showcase presents a unique chance to revisit her innovative work, alongside pieces from other female Surrealists.

Key facts

  • Exhibition titled 'Scandalous: Women in Surrealism' at Richard Saltoun Gallery.
  • Dedicated to avant-garde women Surrealist artists.
  • Held in conjunction with the gallery's presentation at TEFAF New York.
  • Features major works by Italian surrealist Manina (1918-2010).
  • Manina was a muse to Erwin Blumenfeld and admired by André Breton.
  • André Breton described Manina's work as 'pure poetry'.
  • First presentation of Manina's work since her death in 2010.
  • Includes works by other women Surrealists.

Entities

Artists

  • Manina
  • Erwin Blumenfeld
  • André Breton

Institutions

  • Richard Saltoun Gallery
  • TEFAF New York

Locations

  • New York
  • United States

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