In "Statua Romana, Black Mirrors," Suzanne Santoro presents a monochromatic depiction featuring the intricate forms of a draped sculpture, accentuated by a reflective and inverted effect. The artwork highlights a section of a classical statue, with detailed textures and a focus on anatomical elements. Santoro’s style blends historical reference with contemporary critique, utilizing inversion to challenge perspectives. Her work is a commentary on the traditional representation of the female form, encouraging viewers to reconsider historical narratives and explore themes of visibility and identity. ...
Suzanne Santoro reveals often-overlooked anatomical and symbolic aspects of the female body, challenging traditional erasure and stylization found in Western art history. Her work uncovers hidden structures and meanings within classical and contemporary depictions of femininity. Using materials like resin, she creates sculptures cast from her own body that examine themes of identity and embodiment. Her photographic works incorporate reflective surfaces that engage with ideas of visibility, invisibility, and duality in the portrayal of women. Her approach critically addresses the politics of representation and the reclamation of female narratives, bridging historical and contemporary perspectives to invite reflection on how female bodies are perceived and understood. ...
Founded in early 2022 by Filip Zieciak and now co-led with Jeanette Gunnarsson, Coulisse Gallery is dedicated to highlighting emerging and innovative local and international artists at pivotal stages in their careers. Our goal is to connect these artists with passionate collectors and art lovers both in Stockholm and beyond.
Collaboration is central to our mission, and we strive to bring a dynamic new energy to the city's art scene by engaging with artists, galleries, and curators who explore shared visual and conceptual themes. These often include environmental concerns, gender issues, and queer identities. ...
