Aron Demetz at Lavazza's Nuvola: Archaeology Meets Contemporary Art in Turin
For the first time, the archaeological site at Nuvola Lavazza in Turin is showcasing contemporary art through a solo exhibition by Aron Demetz, a sculptor from South Tyrol, born in 1972 in Vipiteno. This event is part of the fifth edition of Art Site Fest, which is curated by Domenico Maria Papa and has grown to encompass 11 venues throughout Piedmont, featuring 40 artists. The Lavazza headquarters, which opened 18 months ago, sits on a necropolis where an early Christian basilica dating from the late 4th to 5th century AD was found. In collaboration with Galleria Doris Ghetta, the exhibition highlights Demetz's innovative takes on Val Gardena wood carving and will be available until March 5, 2020, with guided tours capped at 15 participants.
Key facts
- Nuvola Lavazza in Turin opens its archaeological area to contemporary art for the first time.
- Exhibition features South Tyrolean sculptor Aron Demetz (born 1972 in Vipiteno).
- Part of the fifth edition of Art Site Fest, curated by Domenico Maria Papa.
- Art Site Fest launched in 2013 at Castello di Buronzo, now spans 11 locations with 40 artists.
- Lavazza headquarters designed by Cino Zucchi, inaugurated 18 months ago.
- In 2013, an early Christian basilica (late 4th–5th century AD) was discovered on site, atop a necropolis.
- Exhibition in collaboration with Galleria Doris Ghetta of Ortisei.
- Demetz's works reinterpret traditional Val Gardena wood carving.
- Sculptures placed throughout the necropolis, featuring charred wood and human forms.
- Francesca Lavazza commented on the significance of the discovery and the exhibition.
- Exhibition runs until March 5, 2020, with guided visits limited to 15 people.
- Location: between Corso Palermo and Via Ancona, Turin.
Entities
Artists
- Aron Demetz
- Domenico Maria Papa
- Cino Zucchi
- Francesca Lavazza
Institutions
- Nuvola Lavazza
- Art Site Fest
- Phanés
- Castello di Buronzo
- Galleria Doris Ghetta
- Lavazza Group
- Artribune
Locations
- Turin
- Italy
- Vipiteno
- South Tyrol
- Ortisei
- Val Gardena
- Vercelli
- Piedmont
- Corso Palermo
- Via Ancona