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DiaporamaUntitled. Liliana Maresca at Marconetti Building
Black and White Photography- Photo
- Contemporary Art
2016- Contemporary
22.0 x 33.0 cm
15th Istanbul Biennial
The sculptures and actions of Liliana Maresca, who died in 1994 of AIDS, were done in the wake of the Argentinian dictatorship and ensuing state violence, which ended in 1983: a period of state terrorism, bloody strife and numerous unresolved disappearances.Maresca’s untitled series of photographs from 1984 comprise a laconic photo performance, documented by Marcos Lopez. The abandoned Marconetti building, near Buenos Aires’ Parque Lezama, in whose empty interior the performance took place against a background of peeling wallpaper, was being occupied at the time by artists such as Maresca’s collaborator Daniel Riga. In one photograph, a hand reaches into the frame holding a small egg, the white light reflecting on the outstretched palm as well as the open door behind it. In another, we see a number of open doors in a room. Representing a transition between exterior and interior, this image has political valence: a political way forward by means of personal actions.
Liliana Maresca (1951 – 1994)
Explore the evocative works of Liliana Maresca – Argentine artist known for sculpture, painting & installations reflecting the post-dictatorship era. Discover her unique vision.
15th Istanbul Biennial (Istanbul, Turkey)
Delve into the themes of home and community explored by Elmgreen & Dragset's curation of the 15th Istanbul Biennial, featuring artists from across the globe and reflecting on migration & cultural exchange.
About this artwork
- Title: Untitled. Liliana Maresca at Marconetti Building
- Artist: Liliana Maresca
- Year: 2016
- Original dimensions: 22.0 x 33.0 cm
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Where to see it: 15th Istanbul Biennial
- Medium type: Photo
- Creative period: Post-Dictatorship Period
- Corpus context: state terrorism and violence , ceramics and sculpture influences
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