The Female Figure Between Irony and Reflection: Steinberg, Millôr, and the Feminist Perspective
Introduction
The representation of women in art has long been a site of symbolic tension. In the works of Saul Steinberg and Millôr Fernandes, the female figure is often portrayed through irony and satire, revealing contradictions in cultural expectations. Although neither artist explicitly aligns with feminist movements, their work intersects with feminist critiques of gender, representation, and institutional power.
This essay proposes a comparative analysis between Steinberg and Millôr’s visual critiques and feminist responses to art, showing how humor and ambiguity can provoke reflection on the role of women in society.