Marina Abramović Princess of Asturias Award for the Arts 2021

Statement by Marina Abramović, following the conferral of the 2021 Princess of Asturias Award for the Arts

“The life of an artist is not an easy task. It needs personal sacrifice, full dedication, and commitment to his/her work.

The Princess of Asturias Award is a great honor and recognition in this moment of my life and career.

I am emotionally touched, humbled, and proud to be the recipient of this prestigious award.”

Marina Abramović
New York, 12th May 2021