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Jago's Capri Exhibition at Villa Lysis Aims to Revitalize Historic Site and Support 2028 Bid

exhibition · 2026-04-13

In June, Villa Lysis on Capri will host a solo exhibition by sculptor Jago, aligning with Capri's aspirations to become Italy's Capital of Contemporary Art by 2028. Born in Frosinone in 1987, Jago will showcase a variety of sculptures and installations that interact with the villa's elaborate interiors. Situated on Monte Tiberio, Villa Lysis is less popular among tourists and can be reached via a 40-minute walk. Jago's previous works in Naples, including the Jago Museum, have attracted a wide audience. The exhibition will feature a studio space aimed at encouraging year-round visits and reducing the stigma around seasonal tourism, with backing from Capri's local government. All installations will be designed to maintain the villa's historical significance.

Key facts

  • Jago's solo exhibition opens in June at Villa Lysis on Capri.
  • Capri is bidding to become Italy's Capital of Contemporary Art in 2028.
  • Villa Lysis is a Liberty-style villa built in 1905 for Jacques d'Adelswärd Fersen.
  • The villa is located on Monte Tiberio and accessible only by a 40-minute walk.
  • Jago's works will be displayed across multiple floors, including a blue-tiled salon and an opium den.
  • The project includes a studio space aimed at becoming a cultural center.
  • Jago previously transformed Naples' Church of Sant'Aspreno ai Crociferi into the Jago Museum in 2023.
  • Installations will use reversible methods to respect the villa's historical features.

Entities

Artists

Institutions

  • Comune di Capri
  • Jago Museum
  • Chiesa di Sant'Aspreno ai Crociferi
  • Artribune

Locations

  • Capri
  • Italy
  • Frosinone
  • Napoli
  • Rione Sanità
  • Monte Tiberio
  • Marina Grande
  • Parigi

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