“Ave Maria,” created by Maurizio Cattelan in 2007, is an installation piece that falls within the Conceptual Art movement. The artwork presents a striking and provocative composition, embodying the artist’s inclination towards challenging and thought-provoking expressions.
The artwork features three outstretched arms, each uniformly dressed in dark suit jackets and white shirts, emerging horizontally from a neutral backdrop. The positioning of the arms, combined with their attire, evokes a formal and somewhat unsettling scene. Each arm is extended forward with the hand open as though performing a salute, which can provoke reflections on themes of authority, historical references, and social commentary. The starkness of the background accentuates the realism and detail of the arms, ensuring they remain the focal point of the piece.
