Marina Abramović is one of the artists taking part of “Il Ritratto dell’Artista” a group exhibition opening on the 23rd of Fenruary at Museo Civico San Domenico in Forlì.
Narcissus’ reflection was the first self-portrait. Over the centuries, artists have used self-portraits to explore identity, emotion, and artistic mastery. The mirror reflects not just a face but a mask more character than person.
Artists often place themselves within larger narratives from mythology to history. Their image becomes a symbol a signature a timeless trace like Narcissus’ reflection echoing through art literature and psychoanalysis.