IAGA Contemporary Art has presented the third solo exhibition signed by Amalia-Maria Crisan (2001), a young artist from Cluj.

In the exhibition Wrapped in Silence: The Eroticism of the Everyday, curated by Liviu Bulea, “Amalia Crișan invites us to explore the interaction between eroticism and the mundane, transforming everyday objects into carriers of unexpected sensuality. Through a meticulous and deeply intimate process, she captures the essence of taboos and hidden desires within the familiar framework of domestic life. Amalia’s approach challenges our perceptions and urges us to reconsider the boundaries of conventional narrative, inviting us to explore the complexities of human experience.

At the heart of this exhibition lies a variety of ordinary objects: beds, blankets, and rooms, all reimagined to evoke a world where nothing is as it seems at first glance. Each object is laden with multiple layers of meaning, prompting viewers to look beyond the surface and discover the erotic potential of the everyday. Amalia uses a blend of textures, colors, and shapes to transform these banal objects into evocative symbols of intimacy and desire. The process of uncovering these hidden layers of meaning in domestic objects and scenes reminds us of Freud’s theory of the unconscious and repression.” (excerpt from the curatorial text)