Yael Bartana
Eretz
Yael Bartana, Eretz, 2023, neon, 45×55cm
Eretz
Yael Bartana’s neon works form a striking and integral part of her artistic practice. Far from being purely decorative, they carry strong conceptual and political weight, often presenting words or slogans that engage with themes of utopia, history, and collective memory. Produced in limited editions and sometimes in collaboration with skilled neon designers, these works vary in scale—from intimate pieces to large installations—and are frequently displayed alongside her films, photographs, and performances. Through neon, Bartana transforms language into luminous signals, creating a dialogue between materiality and meaning that challenges viewers to reflect on social and political imaginaries.