A Cross to Bear, 2024. Performance, 45 min
Cuquita, The Cuban Doll, walks across Governors Island with a human-sized penis strapped to her back—a striking embodiment of the weight of patriarchy. This project confronted Romagoza's lifelong burdens, offering a profoundly cathartic release. With every step, she reflected on how male privilege has inscribed itself on her body, fractured her mental health, and shaped her existence, leaving both visible and invisible scars. By bringing these struggles into the open, the artist hopes to create a space where other women feel seen, heard, and validated—where our shared experiences become a source of collective strength and healing.
Video documentation, 5 min.
HD, 16:9, MP4, Color, Stereo.
Edition of 7/1 AP
Produced as part of the exhibition “Rebirth of a Body” curated by Natacha Voliakovsky with the support of Argentina Performance Art & The New York Latin American Art Triennial (NYLAAT) 07.06.24 - 07.27.24