Elegie voor Judith

2021

The visual narrative of the speculative woman Judith. Euthanasia was granted to alleviate her from her unbearable mental suffering. Suicide was not an option.

We view euthanasia through lived experiences and this often clouds our judgement. We might recognize our mother, brother or daughter. We overlook the unbearable suffering and the chosen good death. Thereby the discussion finds itself astray

That’s why there are no clear depictions of her face, age or diagnoses.

Simeon ten Holt, Bagatellen: VII. Andantino

Special thanks to Donumus Publishing