[Artist]
Magda von Hanau
1978 | Born in Barra Bonita, Brazil; she lives and works between Miami, USA, and Meiselberg, Austria.
Magda von Hanau holds a BFA from the Miami International University of Art & Design. Her multidisciplinary practice spans drawing, photography, installation, and sculpture, moving fluidly across cultures and artistic movements that are diverse yet deeply interconnected. Von Hanau’s work draws from a wide spectrum of influences—nature, feminism, history, instinct, and a profound fascination with transcendence. Grounded in explorations of time and space, her evolving conceptual frameworks examine enduring themes such as beauty, identity, loss, deconstruction, and fragmentation. These elements are interwoven to reveal layered narratives that transcend temporal boundaries and prompt viewers to rethink how we perceive the world around us. Rapidly gaining recognition on the international art scene, von Hanau has exhibited in prominent galleries, major exhibitions, and public art projects. Her work is held in prestigious private collections and has been featured in leading publications, including Architectural Digest Italia, ELLE Decor, Departures, Casa Vogue Brasil, Robb Report, and more.
[Works]
Magda von Hanau, Monā I & Monā II, 2025, Antique chair, hair, clay, metallic gaze, 86 x 50 x 60 cm & 90 x 50 x 60 cm
Magda von Hanau, Tupā, 2025, Clay, metallic gaze, silk strings and led lights, 204 x 56 x 18 cm
Magda von Hanau, Orabutã I & II & III, 2025, Clay, glass glaze and wool strings, 33 x 41 x 38 cm & 30 x 42 x 38 cm & 30 x 40 x 38 cm