MARIANA CICERCHIA

Radiographies

2020. 11x14in. Ink on paper.

Famous artworks occupy not only the larger consciousness of humankind but also the inner corners of our being. Their presence extends beyond public recognition, influencing our personal reflections and experiences.
Masterpieces metamorphose into our own meaning and structure, shaped by the fragility of memory. As we recall these works, they evolve within us, taking on forms rooted in our individual perceptions and recollections.
In this series, the artist deconstructs famous works of art, relying solely on memory. This creative approach plays with the notion that art not only impacts humanity collectively but also resonates within the private, personal recesses of each individual. Through memory, these masterpieces transform, acquiring new significance and structure, molded by the shifting and delicate nature of how we remember.