Tessere d’arte: Dino Zoli Textile’s exhibition weaves art, industry, and sustainability
On April 29, 2025, the Fondazione Dino Zoli in Forlì launched the exhibition 'Tessere d’arte – Intrecci tra materia e creazione,' under the curation of Nadia Stefanel, which will continue until July 31, 2026. This event includes artist residencies, group exhibitions, and unique projects that explore the relationship between art and textile production. Established in 1972, Dino Zoli Textile emphasizes luxury fabrics and sustainability. Notable residencies feature Elena Bellantoni’s 2022 work, which culminated in the video 'Se ci fosse luce sarebbe bellissimo.' Upcoming group exhibitions include 'Utopiche seduzioni' (2023-24) and 'Trame esplorative' (2024-25), while special projects highlight Silvia Camporesi’s 'Fragile Sublime' and Silvia Bigi’s 'Camille,' emphasizing community engagement and creativity.
Key facts
- Exhibition 'Tessere d’arte' opened April 29, 2025, at Fondazione Dino Zoli, Forlì.
- Curated by Nadia Stefanel, runs until July 31, 2026.
- Dino Zoli Textile founded in 1972 by Dino Zoli.
- Company specializes in high-end fabrics for interior design, hospitality, nautical sectors.
- Elena Bellantoni’s 2022 residency involved employees in workshops, resulting in video 'Se ci fosse luce sarebbe bellissimo.'
- Group show 'Utopiche seduzioni' (2023-24) included Francesca Pasquali’s 'Plot' installation using recycled materials.
- Silvia Camporesi’s 'Fragile Sublime' features 12 photos of 2023 Romagna flood printed on fabric.
- Silvia Bigi’s 'Camille' uses AI to merge plant patterns with Inquisition phrases on six textile panels.
Entities
Artists
- Nadia Stefanel
- Elena Bellantoni
- Francesca Pasquali
- Silvia Camporesi
- Silvia Bigi
- Piero Manzoni
- Dino Zoli
Institutions
- Fondazione Dino Zoli
- Dino Zoli Textile
- Accademia di Belle Arti di Bologna
- La Fraternità
- Arca di Noè
Locations
- Forlì
- Italy
- Romagna