ORLAN

née en 1947

French

Pioneer of carnal art, she uses cosmetic surgery as performance. Her body is a modified ready-made, territory for social and philosophical debate.

Key works

  • La Réincarnation de Sainte-ORLAN (1990-1993)
  • Le Baiser de l'Artiste (1977)
"Flesh made word."

Further reading

Affiliate links... no extra cost for you, small commission for OuViePo.

Constraints inspired by ORLAN

The Body Journal →