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Eva of the artistic duo EVA & ADELE has ed away: a tribute to a living art icon
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Nicolas Sarazin | May 22, 2025 2 minutes read 0 comments
 

Eva, a key figure in performance art, has died at the age of 74, leaving behind an iconic artistic duo with Adele. Together, they redefined contemporary art as a work of art in its own right, challenging the norms of gender, time, and society.

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  • Eva, one half of the artistic duo EVA & ADELE, died on May 21, 2025 in Berlin.

  • The duo defined themselves as a living work of art, “from the future.”

  • Known for their unique visual style and queer engagement, they have left their mark on contemporary art.

  • Adele will continue their artistic projects and plans to create a foundation.


Eva, an iconic figure in contemporary art, was one half of the international duo EVA & ADELE , renowned for their performance art and unique style. Since the 1990s, she and Adele have formed an iconic, self-proclaimed "future" power couple, blurring the lines between art, gender, and everyday life.

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Eva died in Berlin on May 21, 2025, at the age of 74, following spinal surgery. Her life and creative partner, Adele, announced the news with emotion:

"Eva has now returned to the future. She has left this world and ed the eternal stage."

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Since their remarkable appearance in the performance “Hochzeit Metropolis” in 1991, EVA & ADELE have made their existence a living work of art.
Their motto: “Wherever we are is a museum” sums up their radical artistic approach: experiencing art 24/7, in every aspect of their daily lives.

Their aesthetic—shaved heads, symmetrical makeup, eccentric outfits—has made a lasting impression on both minds and institutions. The duo has exhibited in numerous prestigious museums and collaborated with brands such as Swatch .

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Eva leaves behind a powerful artistic and cultural legacy . Adele will continue their shared mission, notably by completing a 201-canvas project they began together. An EVA & ADELE Foundation is also in preparation, aimed at promoting their vision of performing art and ing young artists. Eva's ing marks the end of a chapter in the history of performance art. But her influence, her audacity, and her commitment to total art will continue to inspire future generations.

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Who was Eva in the duo EVA & ADELE?
Eva was one of the two artists in the German performance duo EVA & ADELE, recognized worldwide for their art of living and exhibiting as a couple.

Why were they famous?
Their entire lives were a performance: identical appearances, extravagant style, and a strong message around gender and identity.

When did Eva die?
May 21, 2025, in Berlin, after spinal surgery.

What will become of their work?
Adele will continue their work and wishes to create a foundation to preserve and transmit their artistic legacy.

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