Turiya Magadlela, My womb is at fault 13, 2016. Nylon, cotton pantyhose, and sealant, 39 3/8 x 39 3/8 inches. Brooklyn Museum, Gift of Stefan Simchowitz.
Turiya Magadlela, My womb is at fault 13, 2016. Nylon, cotton pantyhose, and sealant, 39 3/8 x 39 3/8 inches. Brooklyn Museum, Gift of Stefan Simchowitz.

My Womb is at Fault 13 (2016) by Turiya Magadlela

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My Womb is at Fault 13 by Turiya Magadlela entered the collection of the Brooklyn Museum in 2023. Created with nylon, cotton pantyhose, and sealant, this work exemplifies Magadlela’s powerful exploration of identity, gender, and the female body. Its recent acquisition honors the museum's 200th anniversary and underscores the relevance of Magadlela's contributions to contemporary art.

Artwork Information

Artist: Turiya Magadlela
Title: My Womb is at Fault 13
Year: 2016
Medium: Nylon, cotton pantyhose, and sealant
Dimensions: 39 3/8 x 39 3/8 in (100 x 100 cm)
Classification: Mixed-media

Donation Information

Institution: Brooklyn Museum
Credit Line: Gift of Stefan Simchowitz, in honor of the Brooklyn Museum’s 200th Anniversary
Donation Year: 2023
Catalogue: Spring 2023

Learn More

For more information about this artwork or other donations, please contact Museum Exchange at info@museumexchange.com.

My Womb is at Fault 13 by Turiya Magadlela entered the collection of the Brooklyn Museum in 2023. Created with nylon, cotton pantyhose, and sealant, this work exemplifies Magadlela’s powerful exploration of identity, gender, and the female body. Its recent acquisition honors the museum's 200th anniversary and underscores the relevance of Magadlela's contributions to contemporary art.

Artwork Information

Artist: Turiya Magadlela
Title: My Womb is at Fault 13
Year: 2016
Medium: Nylon, cotton pantyhose, and sealant
Dimensions: 39 3/8 x 39 3/8 in (100 x 100 cm)
Classification: Mixed-media

Donation Information

Institution: Brooklyn Museum
Credit Line: Gift of Stefan Simchowitz, in honor of the Brooklyn Museum’s 200th Anniversary
Donation Year: 2023
Catalogue: Spring 2023

Learn More

For more information about this artwork or other donations, please contact Museum Exchange at info@museumexchange.com.

About the Artist

Turiya Magadlela (b. 1978, South Africa) is a contemporary artist known for her use of everyday materials, particularly textiles such as nylon stockings, to create abstract works. Her art explores themes related to identity, race, and gender, often reflecting on her experiences as a Black woman in post-apartheid South Africa. Magadlela’s compositions are formed by stretching and layering fabric, resulting in textured surfaces that evoke a range of cultural and social issues. Her work has been exhibited internationally, and she continues to be recognized for her contributions to contemporary art.