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Judy Chicago
The Creation

1985

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Judy Chicago (b. 1939) is a world-renowned American artist and preeminent figure of the Feminist Art movement of the 1970s. Throughout her career, Chicago has consistently challenged the (male-dominated) art world with her creations by addressing issues of femininity, historical oppression, and power structures. Chicago is also notable for her embrace / elevation of unconventional, craft or "feminine" materials such as needlepoint, embroidery and smoke. Chicago's best-known work, "The Dinner Party" is an icon of feminist art and a major accomplishment in installation. It debuted to much fanfare and controversy in 1979. The massive installation featured thirty-nine place settings replete with highly-abstracted vaginal imagery on elaborate ceramic plates set on a triangular table. Each setting honors a historical or mythological woman of significance who has been marginalized or overlooked. Throughout Chicago's career she has unflinchingly addressed women's issues. "The Creation" is associated with Chicago's "Birth Project," a body of work that confronts the lack of representation of childbirth throughout art history. For this series, Chicago collaborated with 150 international needleworkers to produce 84 works that both celebrate and evoke the exhilarating and sublime nature of childbirth. Rendered in a dazzling neon palette, "The Creation" depicts a woman giving birth as a symbol of the world's genesis. Chicago captures the cosmic rush and dynamic energy of creation, amplifying the profound and mythical force that brings forth life. This iconic piece is represented in numerous public collections such as The British Museum (London), The Art Gallery of New South Wales (Sydney), and the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Art. Today, Chicago remains more relevant and in demand than ever. In 2020 she was commissioned to present the Dior Haute Couture presentation. In 2023 the New Museum in New York City showed the first comprehensive retrospective of her work. At the time of writing, the Serpentine Gallery in London is hosting "Revelations" a major interdisciplinary exhibit with an emphasis on works on paper. Questions about this piece? Contact us. Visit our Toronto gallery on Thursdays or by appointment. "The Creation" USA, 1985 Serigraph on black Arches paper Signed, dated, titled, and numbered by the artist From an edition of 75 30"H 40"W (work) Very good condition.
  • Creator:
    Judy Chicago (1939, American)
  • Creation Year:
    1985
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30 in (76.2 cm)Width: 40 in (101.6 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Very good condition.
  • Gallery Location:
    Toronto, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 12-241stDibs: LU215215508442

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