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Umberto Benappi Elected President of TAG – Torino Art Galleries

institutional · 2026-08-26

Umberto Benappi has been elected as the new President of TAG – Torino Art Galleries for the term spanning 2026 to 2029, following the tenure of Elisabetta Chiono. Chiono, who led for three years, significantly bolstered TAG's position within Turin's cultural landscape and initiated various projects, including a cultural exchange with Palma de Mallorca set for 2025. Born in Turin in 1984, Benappi established Galleria Umberto Benappi in 2010. His vision includes improving the association's framework, enhancing ties with institutions, and increasing financial resources. He intends to build upon Chiono's achievements, prioritizing organizational development, fostering institutional communication, and promoting member galleries to enhance Turin's contemporary art reputation both nationally and internationally.

Key facts

  • Umberto Benappi elected President of TAG – Torino Art Galleries for 2026–2029 term
  • Election unanimous at the assembly of members
  • Benappi succeeds Elisabetta Chiono, who led TAG for three years
  • TAG created a cultural exchange project with Art Palma Contemporani in 2025
  • Benappi founded Galleria Umberto Benappi in 2010
  • Benappi opened a second exhibition space in Sansicario Alto in 2024
  • Benappi studied at University of Turin under Maria Mimita Lamberti
  • Priorities include strengthening association structure, institutional relations, and economic resources

Entities

Artists

  • Umberto Benappi
  • Elisabetta Chiono
  • Valerio Pastore
  • Maria Mimita Lamberti

Institutions

  • TAG – Torino Art Galleries
  • Art Palma Contemporani
  • Galleria Umberto Benappi
  • University of Turin

Locations

  • Turin
  • Italy
  • Sansicario Alto
  • Palma de Mallorca
  • Spain

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