“Women have always collected things and saved and recycled them because leftovers yielded nourishment in new forms. The decorative functional objects women made often spoke in a secret language, bore a covert imagery. When we read these images in needlework, in paintings, in quilts, rugs and scrapbooks, we sometimes find a cry for help, sometimes an allusion to a secret political alignment, sometimes a moving symbol about the relationships between men and women.”
Quote by Miriam Schapiro
Work
Miriam Schapiro: Femmages, 1971-1985 : Brentwood Gallery, 1221 South Brentwood Boulevard, St. Louis, Missouri 63117 : May 17-June 30, 1985
Miriam Schapiro: Femmages, 1971-1985 is a comprehensive publication that highlights the work of the artist Miriam Schapiro, specifically her Femmages series. This series, spanning from 1971 to 1985, consists of prints and paintings that delve into the realm of feminism and the multifaceted experiences of women. The book is a testament to Schapiro's contribution to the feminist art movement and serves as a documentation of her creative journey during this period. The exhibition of these works was presented at the Brentwood Gallery, located at 1221 South Brentwood Boulevard in St. Louis, Missouri, from May 17 to June 30, 1985. The gallery provided a platform for Schapiro's artwork to be appreciated by a wider audience, and this book captures the essence of that exhibition. more
Author
Miriam Schapiro
Miriam Schapiro was an American artist known for her contributions to the feminist art movement. Her work often explored themes of gender, identity, and power, incorporating various art forms such as painting, sculpture, and photography. more