The performance artist on the pleasures of sex, chocolate and cashmere – and wishing she had more time
Born in Belgrade, Marina Abramović, 77, studied as a painter. From 1976 to 1988, she collaborated with her partner, the artist Ulay, to perform works such as the naked doorway piece, Imponderabilia. Her installations include 2002’s The House With the Ocean View, where she lived in a gallery without speaking or eating for 12 days. Last year she became the first female artist to have a major Royal Academy solo show. Her limited-edition photographic print will be auctioned by Christie’s to raise funds for conservation charity the Blue Marine Foundation at Blue: Art for the Ocean during Frieze London in October. She lives in New York.
When were you happiest?
Whenever I finish good work.
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