Contemporary
Contemporary
shadi ghadirian
Marina Abramović: The Body as Battlefield Marina Abramović’s work isn't simply art; it’s a visceral exploration of the human condition, a relentless interrogation of boundaries – physical, psychological, and social. Born in Belgrade, Yugoslavia (now Serbia) in 1946, her early life was steeped in the complexities of post-war history and political upheaval, experiences that would profoundly shape her artistic trajectory. Raised by paren…
6
dated works
1
chapters
1998
first work
2009
last work
Chronological Journey
The Lifeline
Scroll through shadi ghadirian's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.
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Chapters — Career Periods
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Thumbnails — Dated Works
Every thumbnail is pinned at its precise creation year. A thin gold thread drops from the image to its exact point on the axis. Larger frames mark the artist's masterpieces by rank.
Colour Band — Movement Drift
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