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Silvia Cavazzi Explores Twin Bond in Photo Series 'Il Teorema dell’Anatra V'

publication · 2026-05-12

Silvia Cavazzi presents a photographic series titled "4:52," part of the column "Il Teorema dell’Anatra" on ATP Diary. The work investigates the complexity of her relationship with her twin brother, born on December 12, 2002, at 4:50 and 4:52 respectively. Through diptychs, Cavazzi contrasts their similarities and differences—gestures, shared traits, contrasts, and divergent choices—using symmetry and opposition to deconstruct the idea of identical twins and reveal two distinct identities. The series marks a transitional moment as the siblings prepare to live apart for the first time. The column, inspired by Joan Fontcuberta's duck test metaphor, questions photographic objectivity and the tendency to trust appearances. The column is promoted by LABA Libera Accademia di Belle Arti in Brescia.

Key facts

  • Silvia Cavazzi created the series '4:52'.
  • The series is part of the column 'Il Teorema dell’Anatra' on ATP Diary.
  • Cavazzi and her twin brother were born on December 12, 2002, at 4:50 and 4:52.
  • The work uses diptychs to explore twin identity.
  • The column is inspired by Joan Fontcuberta's duck test.
  • The column is promoted by LABA Libera Accademia di Belle Arti, Brescia.
  • The series captures a transitional moment before the siblings live apart.
  • Photography is used to question objectivity and trust in appearances.

Entities

Artists

  • Silvia Cavazzi
  • Joan Fontcuberta

Institutions

  • ATP Diary
  • LABA Libera Accademia di Belle Arti

Locations

  • Brescia
  • Italy

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