The Scream

"The Scream" is one of the pieces from the "Fetishes" series created by Natasha Lelenco in 2022. This piece originated as an illustration commission for the exhibition "Las cartas sobre la mesa" organized by the Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía in Madrid, Spain. Taking the accumulation of "crebas," discarded objects brought by the sea to the coast as a starting point, the piece references Much's homonymous work as a call to attention regarding environmental degradation, particularly of the oceans.

The piece has been conceived as an absolute whole and does not require a frame. The sides have been worked on and are an integral part of its composition.

Lelenco's "Fetiches" series melds portraiture and anthropomorphic forms, achieved through a meticulous accumulation of elements. These elements intertwine with a nuanced thematic exploration, touching upon both kitsch and popular iconography. The series also delves into the inseparable connection between humanity and the larger living community.

Drawing from her personal biography, Natasha Lelenco constructs a dialogue between memory and imagery. Through a skillful process, she resurrects fragments of her past to craft fresh narratives that challenge conventional perceptions of existence. This narrative depth, coupled with psychological complexity, echoes classical influences, seamlessly bridging the gap between Renaissance portraiture and contemporary expression. Notably, Lelenco's "Fetiches" series echoes the artistic echoes of Italian painter Giuseppe Arcimboldo.

These pieces have been designed to function individually or to be combined into multiple panels, engaging in dialogue with other artworks from the same series. Feel free to reach out to us if you're interested in exploring additional pieces to create multi-panel arrangements.