Overview
Image courtesy Yeo Workshop
Rooted in the Kamasan pictorial language, the work of Citra Sasmita (1990, Bali, Indonesia) seeks to explore and unravel the myths of Balinese culture and history, asking the public to question the patriarchal and colonial legacies of Indonesia.
By appropriating the Balinese Kamasan style, a traditional practice that dates back to the 17th century, Sasmita proposes in her paintings a female-centered narrative, subverting the content of traditional scrolls and frescoes (usually with male protagonists) to portray women as the main characters.
By appropriating the Balinese Kamasan style, a traditional practice that dates back to the 17th century, Sasmita proposes in her paintings a female-centered narrative, subverting the content of traditional scrolls and frescoes (usually with male protagonists) to portray women as the main characters.
Exhibitions
News
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Citra Sasmita at the Barbican Centre
Into Eternal Land | January 30 – April 20, 2025 December 4, 2024Congratulations to Citra Sasmita on her upcoming solo exhibition at the Barbican in London, opening January 30, 2025. Commissioned for The Curve gallery, Sasmita’s ‘Into...Read more -
Citra Sasmita participates at the 2024 Toronto Biennial of Art
Collision Gallery and 32 Lisgar St and Park | Until December 1, 2024 October 17, 2024We are pleased to announce the participation of Balinese artist Citra Sasmita at the 3rd Toronto Biennial of Art, presenting two commissioned projects: 'Timur Merah...Read more
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