Leonor Antunes

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Defined by Leonor Antunes as "sculptures created in space," her work forges intricate connections between sculpture, architecture, design, light, and the body. She emphasizes the materials she employs, often natural or organic, and their transformations over time. Antunes draws inspiration from various 20th-century women artists, architects, and designers, which she meticulously researches and integrates into her own creations. This publication is the most extensive on her career, showcasing her evolution as an artist. Antunes' recent exhibition at MUDAM Luxembourg features new sculptures and a floor work influenced by Italian architects Franca Helg and Franco Albini, along with Brazilian artist Lygia Clark. This installation takes advantage of the unique architectural qualities of the Henry J. and Erna D. Leir Pavilion, designed by Ieoh Ming Pei. The exhibition is presented in conjunction with another by Antunes at the Museu de Arte de São Paulo (MASP), titled "vazios, intervalos e juntas," highlighting her ongoing dialogue with space and form. Through her art, Antunes continues to explore the interplay of materials and their historical context, making significant contributions to contemporary sculpture.