Roses: Francoise And Daniel Cartier

by Martin Gasser

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Summary

An enchanting valentine of photograms images made by placing an object on light-sensitive paper, exposing it to light and then fixing the image. Playing, perhaps, with the implications of the nuanced shades of pink created by the process, Swiss artists Francoise and Daniel Cartier have produced a subversive bouquet of ''roses,'' including images of women's lace panties and brassieres, clothing and even locks of hair and jewelry. Other works included in this retrospective collection are black and white photos and x-ray-style images, some catalyzed by a sculptural work, all combining into a surprising body of work commenting on the concepts of purity and impurity. Commentary by Martin Gasser, Michael Stauffer and Sylvie Henguely.

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