Christian Balzano's 'I ARE BORDER' at Gervasuti Foundation, Venice
The Gervasuti Foundation at Supernova in Venice will host Christian Balzano's solo exhibition titled 'I ARE BORDER' from September 6 to 27, 2026. This event, curated by Martina Cavallarin, Antonio Caruso, and Camilla Ballesto, marks the ninth chapter of 'Diary', part of the Tanzanian National Pavilion initiative at the 61st Venice Biennale. Born in Livorno in 1969, Balzano delves into the theme of borders as existential aspects of life. The exhibition features a variety of works, including paintings, sculptures, and interactive aluminum gongs, with the 'Matto' (Fool) serving as a central trickster figure. The opening reception is scheduled for September 5 at 6:30 PM. Balzano, a recipient of the 64th Premio Michetti in 2008, has showcased his art globally.
Key facts
- Exhibition: 'I ARE BORDER' by Christian Balzano
- Venue: Gervasuti Foundation at Supernova, Cannaregio 3218/A, Fondamenta della Sensa, Venice
- Dates: September 6–27, 2026; opening September 5 at 18:30
- Curators: Martina Cavallarin, Antonio Caruso, Camilla Ballesto
- Part of 'Diary' program accompanying Tanzania Pavilion at 61st Venice Biennale
- Artist born in Livorno, 1969; lives and works there
- Recurring motifs: maps, bulls, and the 'Matto' alter ego
- Interactive works: suspended aluminum gongs for visitors to sound
- Balzano's previous exhibitions include 54th Venice Biennale, Moscow Biennale, Biennale del Fin del Mundo, Bienal de Curitiba
- Works shown at MAXXI, MADRE, MAMbo, Fondazione Sandretto Re Rebaudengo, Fondazione Giorgio Cini
- Won 64th Premio Michetti in 2008
Entities
Artists
- Christian Balzano
Institutions
- Gervasuti Foundation at Supernova
- Tanzania Pavilion
- La Biennale di Venezia
- MAXXI
- MADRE
- MAMbo
- Fondazione Sandretto Re Rebaudengo
- Fondazione Giorgio Cini
- Collezione da Tiffany
Locations
- Venice
- Italy
- Livorno
- Rome
- Naples
- Bologna
- Turin
- Moscow
- Russia
- Chile
- Curitiba
- Brazil