Asymetrie

A representation of the drawn vulva is embroidered in place of the monogram on the sheet.

Monograms are the symbol of the trousseau (personal linen and household linen, bourgeois symbol between the XIV and XIX th century) embroidered by young girls. Marriage representing the only perspective of life for women (outside the convent). For me the trousseau is associated with the market value of virginity, of the female body for reproduction. By means of dowries the bourgeois were enriched and the kingdoms were enlarged by the unions of families.

Embroidering a vulva in place of a monogram constitutes for me the very contestation of this symbol.

A current trend to put “appearance” first in all human relationships is pushing some women to ask for cosmetic surgery of their vulva. Any asymmetry can be interpreted as an anomaly; “rejuvenation” can also be a reason for a request. Integral hair removal and pornographic films contribute to devaluing the image that women have of themselves.