Niki Museum


Nana Title

Upside-down Nana Phrase 1







Upside-down Nana
1967
188x128x95cm

Gwendolyn
Gwendolyn
1966-90
262x125x200cm
Gwendolyn

Nana series followed the shooting paintings. Niki, who was brought up in a very conservative family, reflected upon the roles of women in this group of works. She depicted the persecuted women, whores and witches, criticizing the male-dominated society. Nana is a goddess full of joy and power. Nana is herself a positive message sent to all kinds of women.
Phrase 2
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