Coimbra Biennial 2026 Focuses on Reciprocity and Transformation with Sandro Chia Among Participants

The Portuguese Biennale de Coimbra will commence on April 5, 2026, with the theme 'To hold, to give, to receive.' This edition explores concepts of reciprocity, transformation, and shared living. Among the featured artists is Sandro Chia, an established Italian painter associated with the Transavanguardia movement. The event represents a significant contemporary art gathering in Portugal, bringing together international artists to address communal themes through diverse artistic practices. The biennial's focus on mutual exchange and collective habitation reflects current global dialogues about community and interconnectedness in art and society. By including notable figures like Chia, the exhibition aims to bridge historical artistic movements with contemporary explorations of social relationships.