National Treasures
Artemisia Gentileschi's 'Self Portrait as Saint Catherine of Alexandria'
At the Ikon Gallery, Birmingham
Until 8 September 2024
Ikon Gallery
Ikon is an internationally acclaimed contemporary art venue located in Birmingham. Housed in a magnificent neo-gothic school building, it is an educational charity for the promotion of visual art of international significance, playing a key role in the cultural life of the region.
Education is at the heart of Ikon’s activities. Their education team builds meaningful relationships with Ikon’s audiences that enables visitors to engage with, discuss and reflect on contemporary art.
Artemisia Gentileschi, 'Self Portrait as Saint Catherine of Alexandria'
Self Portrait as Saint Catherine of Alexandria by Artemisia Gentileschi is on display at Ikon Gallery. Surrounding the Gentileschi work, and made as a direct response, is a solo exhibition by contemporary Irish artist Jesse Jones — whose artistic practice crosses film, sound, performance, sculpture and installation.
‘Mirror Martyr Mirror Moon’ presents multiple symbols of feminist resistance. Jones transforms Ikon’s gallery space to present audiences with an opportunity to 'encounter' Gentileschi’s self portrait through a new lens.
Jesse Jones’ exhibition is supported by The Ampersand Foundation, Culture Ireland, Arts Council of Ireland and the Finnis Scott Foundation. This exhibition is presented as part of Ikon’s 60th anniversary year.
