Breasts showcases the diverse works of emerging and established artists from around the world, spanning the realms of painting, sculpture, photography, and film. Works in the exhibition explore how breasts have been understood and represented in art across cultures and traditions.
Reflecting on a range of themes from motherhood, empowerment, sexuality, body image and illness, it explores how breasts act as a catalyst to discuss socio-political realities, challenge historical traditions and express personal and collective identities.
Breasts, providers of nourishment and epitomes of sex appeal, stand out as among the most intricate components of human anatomy. They carry a plethora of meanings and possess the ability to evoke deep emotional responses. Serving as the most conspicuous symbol of femaleness, breasts are entwined with two contrasting and arguably conflicting narratives of womanhood: the breast as a locus of sexual desire and with the breast as a symbol of motherhood.
The breast, functioning as a cultural signifier, occupies a space of profound personal and political significance.
ACP Palazzo Franchetti, Venice • April, 18 → November 24, 2024 • Breasts Art Exhibition •
ACP Palazzo Franchetti, Venice • April, 18 → November 24, 2024 • Breasts Art Exhibition •
ACP Palazzo Franchetti, Venice • April, 18 → November 24, 2024 • Breasts Art Exhibition •
ACP Palazzo Franchetti, Venice • April, 18 → November 24, 2024 • Breasts Art Exhibition •
ACP Palazzo Franchetti, Venice • April, 18 → November 24, 2024 • Breasts Art Exhibition •
A portion of the proceeds generated from the sale of the Breasts catalogue will be donated to support Fondazione IEO-MONZINO
About the curator
Carolina Pasti is an independent Curator. Formerly, she was the Director and Curator of the Schulhof Collection in New York, where her focus was on Post-War and Contemporary Art. During her tenure, Carolina played a pivotal role in orchestrating the donation of over 100 artworks from the family Estate to the Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice, the Whitney Museum in New York, and the Israel Museum in Jerusalem.
Currently, Carolina is developing numerous projects, curating private collections, and collaborating with foundations and institutions worldwide. Born and raised in Milan, Carolina earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Art History from Università Cattolica. In 2016, she authored the book "A Life with Artists: Hannelore and Rudolph Schulhof," which was published by Rizzoli, Skira.
