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10x100: Artist Residencies Inside Giovanardi Factory

artist · 2026-05-04

Giovanardi Spa, known for producing precise components for luxury brands, has initiated an innovative project titled the 10x100 residency at their facility. Marking their centenary, the program invites ten selected artists, including Alessandro Agudio and Michele Spanghero, to utilize the company's machinery and expertise. Curators Martina Cavallarin and Marco Tagliafierro will supervise the initiative, which concludes on July 31. This project aims to bridge the gap between artistic creation and craftsmanship, with a subsequent exhibition scheduled from October 1 to November 30. Chairman Massimo Giovanardi emphasizes the importance of collaboration in this unique endeavor.

Key facts

  • Giovanardi Spa launches 10x100 residency inside its factory.
  • Ten artists selected: Alessandro Agudio, Marie Denis, Marotta & Russo, Jacopo Mazzetti, Daniele Milvio, Gianni Moretti, Riccardo Paratore, Riccardo Previdi, Michele Spanghero, Patrick Tuttofuoco.
  • Curated by Martina Cavallarin and Marco Tagliafierro.
  • Residency runs until July 31, 2019; exhibition from October 1 to November 30, 2019.
  • Giovanardi supplies industrial machinery and technical expertise.
  • Company works with luxury brands: Prada, Gucci, Dior, Ray Ban, Louis Vuitton, Tiffany, Panerai.
  • Artists use tools like 3D printers, laser cutters, and synthetic material processors.
  • Chairman Massimo Giovanardi emphasizes mutual growth through artist-worker dialogue.

Entities

Artists

  • Alessandro Agudio
  • Marie Denis
  • Marotta & Russo
  • Jacopo Mazzetti
  • Daniele Milvio
  • Gianni Moretti
  • Riccardo Paratore
  • Riccardo Previdi
  • Michele Spanghero
  • Patrick Tuttofuoco
  • Martina Cavallarin
  • Marco Tagliafierro
  • Massimo Giovanardi
  • Jeff Koons
  • Damien Hirst

Institutions

  • Giovanardi Spa
  • Prada
  • Gucci
  • Dior
  • Ray Ban
  • Louis Vuitton
  • Tiffany
  • Panerai
  • Dolce & Gabbana
  • Artribune

Locations

  • Italy

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