In Britain in the 16th century, women who educated themselves were accused of witchcraft. This panel contains contemporary symbols that ridicule this idea. The torch symbolises enlightenment and there is a flagpole with a condom flying from it – symbolising female empowerment. One girl is writing the words ‘Knowledge is Power’ in seven of the world’s most common languages
Detailed Features
● Type: Light box
● Dimensions: 100.5 H x 69 W x 7 D cm
● Material: Glass, led strip, wooden frame
● Date: 2021
Sonoko Sasaki, from The Ateliers of Wonders series Rinko Kawauchi, Sonoko Sasaki Kimono weaver
Japan Kunihiko Moriguchi, from The Ateliers of Wonders series Rinko Kawauchi, Kunihiko Moriguchi Kimono dyer
United States of America Goro's Stool Robert Wilson Theater director
United Kingdom Green Summer Nina Casson McGarva Glass sculptor