10 Times Female Figures Took Over City Walls
By Vidar
From timeless mythologies to everyday rituals, these street murals celebrate the grace, wisdom, and strength of women across continents. Set in diverse urban and rural backdrops—Italy, Ukraine, France, Georgia, Mexico, and beyond—each artwork weaves a unique narrative blending femininity with natural forces, cultural identity, and generational memory. In this post, we travel from an overflowing water goddess in Italy to a dreamy spirit guide in rural France, with stops along the way to honor grandmothers, goddesses, and the quiet poetry of daily life.
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Giuseppe De Martino Amed’s mural in Quaglietta, Italy
A marble-like woman pours a stream of water from a vessel, flowing dynamically across the building’s façade. The vibrant turquoise of the water contrasts with a soft yellow backdrop and geometric elements. This mural is titled Potamides, referencing freshwater nymphs of Greek mythology. More photos here!
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AKHINE’s mural in Pleyber-Christ, France
Set against muted grey and lavender tones, a young girl with wings looks skyward, guarded by a white owl. Stylized curves and organic patterns surround her, inspired by art nouveau and the Popovy Sisters’ dolls. More photos here!
Konstantin Kachanovsky’s mural in Korets, Ukraine
Painted beneath a decommissioned bridge, this mural shows a woman in traditional Ukrainian dress holding flowers by a river, blending seamlessly with the landscape. More photos here!
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Krzysztof Bitka’s mural in Szczecin, Poland
A woman kneels among oversized wildflowers and dandelions, immersed in the moment. The mural, part of Street Art Szczecin 2021, evokes both delicacy and power in nature. More photos here!
Sasha Korban’s mural in Kutaisi, Georgia
An elderly woman shapes dough with care, her weathered hands anchoring the scene. Painted on an exposed brick wall, the mural highlights generational knowledge and humble rituals.
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DriDali’s mural in Alberic, Valencia, Spain
A strikingly photorealistic portrait of a Senegalese woman with a vibrant yellow headscarf radiates dignity and wisdom. More photos here!
Adeyemi Adegbesan’s mural in Toronto, Canada
This portrait of Mary Ann Shadd is adorned in regal jewelry and symbols of empowerment. Commissioned for the Toronto History Museums project, the mural honors Shadd’s legacy as a writer, educator, and abolitionist. More photos here!
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Ma Touche Perso’s mural in Éragny, France
Two elderly women laugh in pure joy, painted in vivid blues and reds. The piece, titled Rire ensemble, captures intergenerational friendship and vibrant emotion. More photos here!
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Facte’s mural in Tecpan de Galeana, Mexico
The mural honors Petra Galeana, known locally as La Pilinca, with a beaming portrait of her painted on a village wall—standing in front of it is Petra herself. More photos here!
Julien De Casabianca’s mural in The Hague, Netherlands
Part of the Mauritshuis Museum project, this mural replicates Rubens’ Old Woman and Boy with Candles. It glows dramatically, as if lit from within, creating a Renaissance-like contrast at night. More photos here!
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