Leonardo Eymil – Effigy of Pain

In his series Effigy of Pain, Leonardo Eymil explores the complexity of a particular feminine condition, marked by violence, guilt, and social impositions. The pieces, with their strikingly realistic figuration, present a notion of beauty and unsettling sensuality, far removed from any frivolous idealization.

The feminine forms, though stylized, are imbued with tensions that recreate the multiple oppressions persisting in everyday life. Violence and suffering are not depicted gratuitously but serve as tools to reveal the emotional abysses dwelling in the invisible—or in what one might prefer not to see.

The reflective nature of the series transcends the purely aesthetic, leading the viewer to a state of unease that coexists with visual satisfaction. The expressive power of the images evokes a visceral response, a discomfort that compels contemplation of the weight of prejudices and conventions limiting the recreated circumstances.

Eymil, far from seeking playful recreation, challenges the viewer, sensitizing them to the pain and struggle inherent in these feminine experiences. The series is not only a testament to oppression but also an invitation to empathy and critical reflection through an intense aesthetic experience.