Giulio Paolini's Imaginary Studio Opens at Galleria Christian Stein in Milan
Giulio Paolini, a Genoa native born in 1940, showcases "In studio (ora come allora)" at Galleria Christian Stein in Milan, running until 24 October 2026. This exhibition highlights theatrical devices, masks, and objects, focusing on a valet dressed in 18th-century attire, drawing inspiration from Antoine Watteau. Among the pieces is "Riservato," which features a gilded cushion, a paper envelope, a large detail from Watteau's "L'Indifférent," a golden clip, and a note stating "riservato." The creative process is captured in photographs that feature young assistants. A miniature setup includes an easel, a Thonet chair, a magnifying glass, an hourglass, and glasses. "Sottosopra" presents a canvas alongside two music stands with texts discussing art's independence. Review by Emma Sedini. Galleria Christian Stein is located at Corso Monforte, 23, Milan.
Key facts
- Giulio Paolini was born in Genoa in 1940
- The exhibition "In studio (ora come allora)" is at Galleria Christian Stein in Milan
- The show runs until 24 October 2026
- The gallery is located at Corso Monforte, 23
- Antoine Watteau serves as both reference and alter ego for Paolini
- The valet figure, a young man in eighteenth-century dress, is central to several works
- The work "Riservato" includes a gilded cushion, paper envelope, enlarged detail of Watteau's "L'Indifférent", golden clip, and handwritten note
- The miniature installation "In studio (ora come allora)" features an easel, Thonet chair model, magnifying glass, hourglass, and glasses
- "Sottosopra" comprises a canvas and two music stands in opposite orientations with two autograph texts
- The review was written by Emma Sedini
Entities
Artists
- Giulio Paolini
- Antoine Watteau
- Jean-Antoine Watteau
- Peter Paul Rubens
- Emma Sedini
- Agostino Osio
- Anna Paolini
Institutions
- Galleria Christian Stein
- Fondazione Giulio e Anna Paolini
- Artribune
Locations
- Milan
- Italy
- Genoa
- France