About the Artwork 

𝘿𝘼𝙉𝘼𝙀 was a princess of Argos in the Greek Peloponnese, the only child of King Akrisios (Acrisius). When her father learned a prophecy that he was destined to be killed by a son of his daughter, he locked Danae away in a subterranean, bronze chamber. Her prison, however, was infiltrated by the god Zeus, who impregnated her in the guise of a golden shower... 

Aikaterini Pitikari’s current work examines ancient Greek and Roman myths with a special focus on gender issues and re-interprets them in a contemporary setting. Her approach to heritage and the search for identity in these artworks are expressed through a variety of media such as clay and ink.

Details

Size: 25cm x 14 cm x 8cm

Materials: Clay, brass & wood, 18k gold luster. 

Medium: Sculpture