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Flash Exhibition at Istituto Svizzero di Roma Inspired by Hannah Arendt

exhibition · 2026-05-05

In 2017, the Istituto Svizzero di Roma held a unique exhibition organized by curator Giuliana Benassi, inspired by Hannah Arendt's concepts from 'The Life of the Mind.' This event showcased a collection of art pieces from various artists, such as Pauline Beaudemont, Alessandro Cicoria, and Nelly Haliti. A standout work was Antonio Fiorentino's installation titled 'Opusimago (Il giardino delle meraviglie),' located in the Villa Maraini garden. Additionally, Federica Di Carlo contributed a three-part installation in the Sala Elvetica, examining themes of existence, illumination, and nephrology. Antonello Tolve provided a critique of the entire exhibition.

Key facts

  • Exhibition curated by Giuliana Benassi at Istituto Svizzero di Roma
  • Inspired by Hannah Arendt's 'The Life of the Mind'
  • Featured artists: Pauline Beaudemont, Alessandro Cicoria, Michela de Mattei, Genuardi/Ruta, Edgars Gluhovs, Nelly Haliti, Marta Mancini, Simone Pappalardo, Marion Tampon-Lajarriette
  • Antonio Fiorentino's work 'Opusimago (Il giardino delle meraviglie)' in Villa Maraini garden
  • Federica Di Carlo's installation in Sala Elvetica
  • Review by Antonello Tolve
  • Exhibition took place in 2017
  • Location: Istituto Svizzero di Roma, Rome, Italy

Entities

Artists

Institutions

  • Istituto Svizzero di Roma
  • Villa Maraini
  • Artribune

Locations

  • Rome
  • Italy

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