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ENGAGÉES

Long ignored and denied recognition, women artists were dominated by patriarchal societies and eclipsed in art history. It wasn't until the social movements and feminist struggles of the 1960s that they gained visibility, not only as artists but also as women. This legacy had a profound impact on the artists of the time and on subsequent generations, paving the way for greater consideration of their demands and their art. In 2025, the Villa Datris Foundation invites you to discover the work of 64 committed artists from all over the world, exhibiting works that question major contemporary issues. Feminists, ecofeminists, human rights defenders, anti-racism campaigners and proponents of the freedom to control their own bodies, the artists chosen are involved in struggles that are still essential today. The exhibition highlights the invisibility of women and the persistence of their struggles, reminding us how crucial it is to preserve the rights they have acquired. ENGAGÉES' also aims to raise awareness of the many battles still to be fought.
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Installation view of Sylvie Fleury in 'ENGAGÉES', Fondation Villa Datris, L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, France, on view from May 17 to November 2, 2025

Photo: Bertrand Michau