Arte Fiera 2017: Gallerists Weigh In on Angela Vettese's New Direction
At the 2017 Arte Fiera in Bologna, gallerists had mixed feelings about the fair's new direction under Angela Vettese. While some praised her initiatives to improve the event, others voiced concerns over the short time for preparation and chose to hold off on their judgments until next year’s expected transformation. Despite the differing opinions, many attendees agreed that the fair still successfully promoted sales. Among the galleries involved were Allegra Ravizza from Lugano, Placentia Arte from Piacenza, Russo from Rome and Istanbul, Jerome Zodo from London, The Public House of Art from Amsterdam, Rizzuto Gallery from Palermo, Vistamare from Pescara, De' Foscherari from Bologna, and Michela Rizzo from Venice.
Key facts
- Arte Fiera 2017 took place in Bologna.
- Angela Vettese is the new director of Arte Fiera.
- Gallerists have mixed opinions on Vettese's changes.
- Some gallerists hope Bologna will regain national and international art market relevance.
- Others miss the fair's past direction.
- Preparation time for the new direction was short.
- Many expect to see a 'revolution' next year.
- Nine galleries were interviewed for the article.
Entities
Institutions
- Arte Fiera
- Allegra Ravizza
- Placentia Arte
- Russo
- Jerome Zodo
- The Public House of Art
- Rizzuto Gallery
- Vistamare
- De' Foscherari
- Michela Rizzo
- Artribune
Locations
- Bologna
- Italy
- Lugano
- Switzerland
- Piacenza
- Rome
- Istanbul
- Turkey
- London
- United Kingdom
- Amsterdam
- Netherlands
- Palermo
- Pescara
- Venice