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“corde vocali” is born from the encounter between giada forte and pauline guerrier, to explore the human identity in its genesis. inspired by anatomy charts of vocal cords sketched by pauline guerrier, the artist and giada forte depict the phonation organ in their respective art forms. the voice’s evocative and symbolic power is part of our identity. it pictures our soul and conveys our emotions. this collaboration shakes our own personal view and perception of a person beyond the physical and obvious appearance. giada and pauline take a special glimpse at life. through their artistic and symbolic aspirations they raise the question of identity in its more intimate forms: body and voice.
pauline guerrier’s meditative approach constantly questions the subjects of identity, body and spirit. her creations focus on the relationship between humans and time, space and origin.
“make the invisible visible». the corde vocali frescoes, entirely handmade, at test to the quasi–scientific study of the physiology of the larynx. the different pieces in the exhibit reveal a three–dimensional approach magnifying resonant cavities, the ripples and shapes of this otherwise highly complex par t of the body.
pauline guerrier’s meditative approach constantly questions the subjects of identity, body and spirit. her creations focus on the human relationship between time, space and origin. “make the invisible visible”. the corde vocali frescoes, entirely hand–made, attest to the quasi scientific study of the physiology of the larynx. the different pieces reveal a three–dimensional approach magnifying resonant cavities, the ripples and shapes of this otherwise highly complex part of the body. pauline carefully selects, uses and interprets fabrics from forte_forte archive. raw and rigid, as well as silky and delicate materials illustrate the tissues that define our anatomy. she has a sharp yet tender look, which echoes the vocal vibrations revealing the mysteries. her work is presented in the form of panels between decorations and abstract landscape paintings with curves and lines which also represent the voice, sound, nature and life. the 14 canvases represent 3 scenes: birth, voice change, acceptance. first, 2 meter high canvases are followed by several panels to create frescoes up to 5 meters wide for some and 4 meters high for others. each strip of fabric is carefully torn, then meticulously pleated and assembled in layers to become so many vanishing points that run through the monumental friezes, as subtle drawings of the roughness and beauty of the vocal cords.
la naissance
acte 1, scène 1, tableau 1, 2019
acte 1, scène 1, tableau 2, 2019
acte 1, scène 1, tableau 3, 2019
triptych made by forte_forte archival fabrics:
wool, organza, silk, cotton, torn by hand.
overlapping and mounting on wood.
dimension 147x192 cm each single work.
la naissance
acte 1, scène 2, tableau 1, 2019
acte 1, scène 2, tableau 2, 2019
diptych made by forte_forte archival fabrics:
wool, organza, silk, cotton, torn by hand.
overlapping and mounting on wood.
dimension 180x240 cm each single work.
la mue
acte 2, scène 1, tableau 1, 2019
acte 2, scène 1, tableau 2, 2019
acte 2, scène 1, tableau 3, 2019
acte 2, scène 2, tableau 4, 2019
polyptych of four artworks
made by forte_forte archival fabrics:
wool, organza, silk, cotton, torn by hand.
overlapping and mounting on wood.
dimension 130x190 cm each single work.
l’acceptation
acte 3, scène 1, tableau 1, 2019
artwork made by forte_forte archival fabrics:
wool, organza, silk, cotton, torn by hand.
overlapping and mounting on wood.
dimension 155x217 cm.
l’acceptation
acte 3, scène 2, tableau 1, 2019
acte 3, scène 2, tableau 2, 2019
acte 3, scène 2, tableau 3, 2019
acte 3, scène 2, tableau 4, 2019
polyptych of four artworks
made of forte_forte archival fabrics:
wool, organza, silk, cotton, torn by hand.
overlapping and mounting on wood.
dimension 114,5x206 cm each single work.
giada forte creates a collection mixing feminine and masculine stereotypes, extending the body to the limits of both identities as an intimate, sensual sphere. the corde vocali capsule consists of 14 pieces that enhance and repurpose iconic men’s and women’s wardrobe. the garments are deconstructed and reassembled: the inside comes out, the invisible is revealed, hints of imperfect artisanal finishes reflect humanity. jacquards are woven in linen, rustically spun cotton canvas, silk organza, crisp poplin... many different, authentic natural materials. in transparency, fabric fibres are layered on the skin, living life to shapes while matter comes alive. the men’s trench coat is like an allegorical piece made of linen and silk, with unstructured shoulders, dressed in transparent organza sleeves.
the use of mixed fabrics escapes all classifications, delicacy is opposed to robustness. colors such as midnight blue and black contrast with feminine notes such as cipria and ecru. iridescent shimmers can be seen when prints and embroidered arabesques tell the movement of pauline’s works. a visual symphony that exalts a form of freedom and suggests the respect and elegance for neither a male nor female gender.
the flared shirt
“l’innocence”
7458_my shirt
silk organza shirt with lurex–striped collar and flounces.
organic composition of hues and colours.
the mannish trousers
“liberté d’être”
7453_my pants
man’s trousers in viscose georgette with satin tuxedo bands. golden silk chiffon pockets.
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the lamé bodysuit
“le corps”
7457_my top
stretch body in lamé jersey with raw cut details.
the tulle shirt
“le reflet de l’âme”
7460_my shirt
tulle shirt with raw cut trim; on the neck, “froissé” in slubbed gauze and pleated iridescent chiffon.
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the tulle skirt
“la réflexion”
7461_my skirt
iridescent tulle and chiffon skirt with patchwork. cotton ribbon band with organza detail.
the organza vest
“l’imperceptible”
7455_my jacket
organza vest with silk cloquet satin details.
the inside lives outside.
the pleated skirt
“les vibrations”
7459_my skirt
pleated silk skirt with intertwined patterns, like in the artist’s work: silk habotai, lurex
chiffon, cloquet satin, slubbed gauze.
the masculine jacket
“le dualisme”
7451_my jacket
masculine jacket in malfilé canvas, inner organza details with metal yarn finishes.
the tuxedo shirt
“l’imperfection,
masculinité et féminité se rencontrent”
7454_my shirt
cotton poplin shirt in striped cotton with iridescent silk detail worked with micro–pleats.
asymmetric wristbands, in silk and slubbed gauze.
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the gentlemen’s pants
“l’identité”
7452_my pants
iconic masculine pants in cloquet silk with tuxedo details. handmade inner belt in organza
and jacquard. on the waist, coffee–tanned rope and iridescent plissé.
the organza skirt
“la fragilitè”
7456_my skirt
organza skirt in soleil plissé with raw cut trim.
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the iridescent dress
“la voix”
7463_my dress
long chiffon dress in silk and lurex chiffon with printed pattern inspired by “la naissance”
by pauline guerrier.
the jacquard trench coat
“l’introspection”
7450_my coat
masculine jacquard trench coat in flanders linen with silk organza sleeves and sartorial
details; hand–made flower on lapel and woven belt.
the shirt dress
“l’émotion”
7462_my dress
cotton voile dress with silk organza ruffle skirt. organic embroidery with lurex and cotton
yarns, print on organza. patterns inspired by pauline guerrier.
within a space shaped by artworks and clothes, erwin aros combines voice with visual experience; it is an invitation to explore the personal identity. the performance – planned as an initiatory journey, will consist of 3 parts taken from 3 works: “humana fragilità” by monteverdi, “tis nature’s voice” by henry purcell and “la barcheta” by reynaldo hahn. accompanied by a piano, erwin aros will arrange the 3 arias as one, offering contemplative music where the voice (countertenor) is high pitched in the treble, as if it were suspended. the sound experience is a mise en abyme that links to each element of the exhibition. thus, the recital goes deep by using classic codes to explore contemporary subjects.
