Aldo Urbano's 'La muerte es un hotel de cinco estrellas' opens at Madrid's Madera 33
Aldo Urbano's inaugural solo exhibition, titled 'La muerte es un hotel de cinco estrellas,' is set to launch on April 10 at Madera 33 in Madrid. This showcase presents new creations that delve into the concept of death as a serene utopia, with stars symbolizing guidance and solace. The exhibition's name was inspired by a phrase Urbano jotted down on a napkin. Featured pieces include paintings and ceramics depicting stars and night skies, prompting viewers to consider contrasting themes. Born in Barcelona in 1991, Urbano has displayed his work in prominent locations and authored titles such as 'Historias del arte' (2022) and 'Catedral Debacle' (2025). He is also a recipient of the Fundació Güell award (2020). The exhibition invites contemplation on themes of hope and mortality.
Key facts
- Aldo Urbano's first solo exhibition in Madrid opens April 10 at Madera 33
- Exhibition titled 'La muerte es un hotel de cinco estrellas' explores death as utopian space
- Features new paintings and painted ceramics centered on star imagery
- Urbano describes stars as visual amulets and symbols of guidance
- Title originated from phrase scribbled on paper napkin
- Urbano born 1991 in Barcelona, studied in Barcelona
- Artist has exhibited at Bombon Projects, Palau Güell, Fundació Joan Miró, La Casa Encendida
- Received Fundació Güell award (2020) and Guasch Coranty Grant (2017)
- Published 'Historias del arte' (2022) and 'Catedral Debacle' (2025)
- Madera 33 is collaborative space of Bombon Projects and CRISIS galleries
Entities
Artists
- Aldo Urbano
Institutions
- Madera 33
- Bombon Projects
- CRISIS
- Palau Güell
- Fundació Joan Miró
- La Casa Encendida
- Fundació Güell
- Guasch Coranty
Locations
- Madrid
- Spain
- Barcelona