Solo exhibition Sempre contratta by SAGG Napoli is now on view at Basement Roma, from 14/11/2024 to 14/02/2025.
"For her solo show Sempre contratta at Basement Roma, SAGG Napoli builds the architectural dimension and physical apparatus of an exercise area into the gallery [...]. A new series of artist’s portraits in different media punctuates the space. At the back, SAGG’s body is drawn over three anatomical maps – mappe del dolore, “maps of the pain”, as the artist calls them – showing trigger points connected to specific areas of muscular tension. Hanging on the perimeter of the gym, three videos showcase her warmups and archery exercises [...]. Much of SAGG’s artistic output is deeply intertwined with all aspects of her life, channelling the pursuit of an energy shift through mind and body work. In this spirit, Sempre contratta places the accumulation and dispersal of muscular and psychological tension in dialogue with one’s broader sense of self-worth, identity and agency."
- excerpt from the text by Stella Bottai.
Read more about the exhibition here.
Installation views by Daniele Molajoli.
November 14, 2024
