
Malek Gnaoui
One Way (No Return) 1 بدون رجعة, 2023
Cement, brass-plated iron clamp
60h x 30w x 60d cm each
Venus, the iconic goddess of love and beauty, takes form through the humble medium of cement, emphasizing the simplicity of the material. Her head is encased within a brass-dipped golden...
Venus, the iconic goddess of love and beauty, takes form through the humble medium of cement, emphasizing the simplicity of the material. Her head is encased within a brass-dipped golden iron clamp, symbolizing a striking contrast between her captivating beauty and the constraints placed upon her. This artistic portrayal alludes to Venus's enchanting allure while drawing attention to the inherent tension between her idealized image and the pressures exerted by the dominant systems of the contemporary era.