Valie Export, Pioneer of Feminist Actionism, Dies at 85 in Vienna

Valie Export, born Waltraud Stockinger, has died in Vienna at age 85. The Austrian artist was a pioneer of feminist actionism, known for her aggressive, confrontational performances. In a 2018 FAZ interview, she reflected on aging, stating the body constantly reminds that life is shortening. Monopol magazine conducted multiple interviews with her, including discussions on #MeToo, early performances, and the rise of the far right. Her motto was 'Kunst muss aggressiv sein' (Art must be aggressive). Thomas D. Trummer, director of Kunsthaus Bregenz, wrote her obituary for Monopol. Elke Buhr, editor-in-chief of Monopol, spoke about Export's significance on WDR3's 'Mosaik' program.