« Nathalie Perret’s work is informed by an interest in the «colonization of knowledge» ¹ , and refers to the theme of transculturation and interbreeding, to their role in the history of modes of representation of knowledge. The Europa exótica series contains multiple references to the indigenous plants and knowledge of Latin America which have been appropriated by Europe. Mangoes and cacao fruits are also memories of her childhood.
To create Europa exotica, the artist relied on the study of some paintings produced as part of the colonial expeditions of the Spanish empire in South America. »
Text written by Clélia Barbut.