Adelina Cüberyan von Fürstenberg on Armenia, War, and Cultural Identity

In a conversation with Artribune, curator Adelina Cüberyan von Fürstenberg reflects on the collective anguish experienced by Armenians due to the ongoing conflict in Armenia and Artsakh. Although she resides in Switzerland, her connection to her heritage remains strong. She juxtaposes this challenging period with her experience at the 2015 Venice Biennale, where she curated the Armenian Pavilion that received the Golden Lion, emphasizing the legacy of the genocide and diaspora artists. Von Fürstenberg highlights the unacknowledged trauma of the genocide and its impact on her curatorial vision. In 2017, she organized Armenia's inaugural triennial, showcasing the nation's historical importance. She perceives the current aggression as an economic threat and believes in art's potential to inspire positive transformation, affirming the resilience and hope of Armenians for their homeland.