The Mysteries That Were Ours features 18 large-scale paintings exploring women's pursuit of freedom and identity. The works, rich with female-centric narratives and references to art, music, and literature, immerse viewers in imagined worlds that challenge societal taboos and stereotypes. Inspired by Leonora Carrington’s call to reclaim women's rights and mysteries, Kosann’s exhibition sparks dialogue on women’s rights and freedoms, particularly in light of current reproductive rights discourse. A portion of sales will benefit Planned Parenthood of Greater New York.
Danielle Kosann is a painter based in Connecticut, USA with roots in photography and new media whose cinematic, textured, and vibrant paintings feature whimsical worlds of fantastical creatures and imagined destinations. Working with oil and acrylic on a large scale, she weaves intricate female-centric narratives within her paintings, which are often tinged with humor and satire. She playfully uses references from theater, film, books, architecture, and art history in order to create imaginary worlds that feel familiar and nostalgic to us, while playing on our desire and longing to escape. Throughout her paintings, she explores narratives through which women can thrive without the constraints of a society laden with barriers. Kosann’s work is admired for its detailed and immersive worlds that create a sense of place in an interior that engages, inspires and captivates the viewer. Kosann’s paintings are sold in a gallery at the iconic Bergdorf Goodman store in New York City, and she recently had her first solo exhibition at Rosenbaum Contemporary Palm Beach in February 2024. Her work is also on permanent view at The Carlyle Hotel in New York City.