[no title] c. 2001 - 2007

Curator: This arresting piece by León Ferrari, currently held at the Tate, seems to explode with graphic intensity. It is untitled and undated. What's your first take? Editor: The stark black and white composition immediately evokes a sense of chaos and suffering. It feels like a frenzied woodcut, raw and emotionally charged. Curator: Looking at the materiality, Ferrari often used readily available sources like newspapers. The reproductive technology and the paper itself emphasize the accessibility and immediacy of his message. Editor: The image contains text referencing martyrs of religious persecution in Spain. This piece clearly engages with the socio-political environment and the institutional power of the church at the time. Curator: Exactly! It speaks volumes about the artist’s deep engagement with social injustices and the powerful role of art in public discourse. Editor: Indeed. Considering Ferrari's background, it seems that art became a potent form of resistance. Curator: A critical response to the abuse of power. Editor: A condemnation, made tangible through readily available means. Curator: Thank you for shedding a light on this very dark artwork. Editor: A very worthwhile experience, thank you.