Born in Scalea in Calabria, Italy in 1942 and relocating to Brazil in 1954, Anna Maria Maiolino is a pivotal figure in Latin American contemporary art. Her multidisciplinary practice encompasses drawing, sculpture, performance, video, and installations, delving into themes such as identity, exile, the female condition, and political censorship. In 2024, she was honored with the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement at the Venice Biennale, highlighting the significance of her artistic contributions. The Paris exhibition showcases approximately one hundred works, many previously unseen, providing a comprehensive overview of her oeuvre. Maiolino emphasizes that this is not merely a retrospective but an exhibition reflecting her ongoing creative engagement: "The exhibited works are not passive objects but active presences that continue to generate conversations." This exhibition is part of the Musée Picasso's program focusing on major contemporary female artists, following presentations on Faith Ringgold and Sophie Calle. Maiolino's diverse use of media and her organic approach to materials establish a subtle dialogue with Picasso's work, making this exhibition a unique opportunity to explore the connections between two influential figures in 20th and 21st-century art.
