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2024 - New Marie Antoinette by Simone Campos Simone Campos' current series of paintings, based on her own idea, exclusively paints her New Marie Antoinette paintings, which were successfully presented for the first time at Art Innsbruck in 2024 and have since been on display at international art fairs and galleries. Marie Antoinette, *02/11/1755 in Vienna and †16/10/1793 in Paris. Executed by guillotine at the insistence of the people. The painting series “New Marie Antoinette” symbolizes intellectual freedom, as a contemporary comparison between pleasure and luxury in the parallel worlds of then and now, which is intended to artfully stimulate reflection: about what ended fatally over 200 years ago and is now almost considered normal. _____________________ The subject matter of the painter Simone Campos, especially in her series of paintings “New Marie Antoinette”, is both fascinating and provocative. Marie Antoinette, born on November 2, 1755 in Vienna and executed on October 16, 1793 in Paris, is a historical figure often associated with the extremes of luxury and power, but also with the fall and tragedy of a monarch. Her execution by guillotine, at the insistence of the people, symbolizes not only the end of an era, but also the revolt against injustice and the demand for freedom. Perceived by many as flirtatious and frivolous, Marie Antoinette was in reality a complex personality. She was both a strong-willed ruler and a broken woman who provoked passionate reactions. Her story is one of contradictions, and Simone Campos uses this figure to open a contemporary dialogue about spiritual freedom and the contradictions between pleasure and luxury. In New Marie Antoinette, Campos draws parallels between the opulent lifestyles of the 18th century and modern consumer cultures, which often promote similar values of excess and pleasure. Through this juxtaposition, she encourages us to reflect on the societal norms and values that have changed —or not—over the centuries. The series of paintings is not only a tribute to Marie Antoinette, but also a critical reflection on the consequences of power and excess. Campos invites us to ask the question: what has really changed since the time of Marie Antoinette? While the excesses and luxury of that time were often considered scandalous, many of these aspects seem almost normalized in today's society. Through her art, Simone Campos challenges us to reflect on the dangers of excess and the social inequalities that come with it. She encourages us to recognize and appreciate the importance of intellectual freedom, while also becoming aware of the responsibility that comes with power and influence. Her works are therefore not only aesthetically pleasing, but also profound and thought- provoking, as they make us reflect on the past and recognize its relevance to our world today. Overall, “New Marie Antoinette” is a powerful artistic exploration of themes that are timeless and affect us all. Let us delve into the fascinating world of Simone Campos together and discover the stories behind her works. I invite you to take your time, enjoy the art and reflect on what it has to say about our own time and our values.

SIMONE CAMPOS — VITA (ARTISTIC CURRICULUM) Simone Campos (Curitiba, PR) is a Brazilian visual artist who holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the School of Music and Fine Arts of Paraná, Brazil (EMBAP, 1986). She began her career at age 18, when she was discovered by Galeria Acaiaca in Curitiba, subsequently exhibiting in various Brazilian cities. She furthered her training in Europe, studying painting and drawing at the Scuola Lorenzo de’ Medici (Florence, Italy, 1986) and art and restoration techniques at the Istituto per l’Arte e il Restauro “Palazzo Spinelli” (Florence, 1988). This combination of technical mastery and artistic expression defines her production, which unites tradition and contemporaneity. Her work has gained national and international recognition, with exhibitions in Brazil, China, Portugal, Malaysia, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Austria, and other countries. EXHIBITIONS AND INTERNATIONAL PRESENCE Simone Campos has participated in solo and group exhibitions at galleries, museums, and art fairs in Brazil and abroad, including: • Art Innsbruck • Biennale d’Arte Internazionale di Roma • Carrousel du Louvre • Museum Lavoir Vasserot, Saint-Tropez • Arte Kunstmessen Dortmund • Florence Biennale, XV edition • Barcelona Contemporary Art Fair • Venice International Art Fair, where she received the Artist of the Year 2025 award by ITSliquid. CURRENT SERIES: “NEW MARIE ANTOINETTE” Since 2024, Simone Campos has focused her production on the series “New Marie Antoinette”, first presented at Art Innsbruck and since then shown at international fairs and galleries. The series symbolizes spiritual freedom, establishing a contemporary parallel between pleasure and luxury in the “parallel worlds” of yesterday and today. Through this language, the artist encourages reflection on behaviors and excesses that, over 200 years ago, culminated in tragedy but which today are often normalized. ACADEMIC BACKGROUND • 1986 — Bachelor of Fine Arts, School of Music and Fine Arts of Paraná (EMBAP), Curitiba/PR, Brazil. • 1986 — Advanced studies in painting and drawing, Scuola Lorenzo de’ Medici, Florence/Italy. • 1988 — Studies in art and restoration, Istituto per l’Arte e il Restauro “Palazzo Spinelli”, Florence/Italy. MAJOR AWARDS, HONORS, AND TITLES • 2025 — Artist of the Year 2025 Award, ITSliquid Group. • 2024 — Honorable Mention from the Legislative Assembly of the State of Paraná, Brazil (ALEP), in recognition of her artistic career. • 2014 — Award at the Biennale d’Arte Internazionale di Roma, Rome/Italy. • 2013 — Member of ACCUR – Inducted into the Academy of Culture of Curitiba/Brazil. • 2010 — Médaille d’Argent, Société Académique d’Éducation et d’Encouragement, Carrousel du Louvre, Paris/France. • 2010 — Inducted into the Brazilian Academy of Fine Arts, Rio de Janeiro/RJ. • 2009 — Tribute from the Académie des Arts, Sciences et Lettres de Paris, Paris/France, in recognition of her artistic career. • 2000, 2006, 2010, 2024 — Commendations from the Municipal Chamber of Curitiba/PR. • 2000 — “Talento Paraná” Award. Works by Simone Campos are part of public and private collections, including the collection of the PUC Museum (PUCPR) and the collection of the Rector of the Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná, Brazil.