Arte Fiera 2023 Returns to Winter Dates with Renewed Focus
Arte Fiera returns to its traditional winter slot for its 46th edition, the fourth under director Simone Menegoi, taking place February 3–5, 2023 at Bologna's exhibition center (pavilions 25 and 26). After a spring 2022 edition necessitated by the pandemic, the fair reverts to its usual calendar, a decision supported by a gallerist survey. New managing director Enea Righi, a prominent collector and top manager, oversees improvements in stand design, accessibility, and catering. Highlights include a LED Wall Commission by Yuri Ancarani (a 5x9 meter video at the entrance), an installation by Alberto Garutti, a performance by Israeli collective Public Movement in collaboration with Fondazione Furla (curated by Bruna Roccasalva), and the return of Book Talk curated by Guendalina Piselli. The 'Pittura XXI' section, curated by Davide Ferri, focuses on mid-career painters and younger artists with a direct figurative approach. A new section, Multipli, curated by Lisa Andreani and Simona Squadrito, offers editioned works (prints, artist books, textiles, ceramics) to encourage accessible collecting. The fair's layout features a 'Connecting Green Hub' by MCA – Mario Cucinella Architects, an eco-friendly installation serving as a gathering space. VIP catering is handled by chef Max Poggi, while general food service is upgraded with local and international options. Menegoi notes that organizing the fair alongside other events, as in May, is not viable except in emergencies.
Key facts
- Arte Fiera 2023 is the 46th edition, fourth under Simone Menegoi.
- Held February 3–5, 2023 at BolognaFiere, pavilions 25 and 26.
- Returns to winter dates after a spring 2022 edition due to pandemic.
- Enea Righi appointed Managing Director.
- Yuri Ancarani presents a 5x9 meter LED Wall Commission at the entrance.
- Alberto Garutti creates a diffuse installation titled 'Cosa succede nelle stanze quando le persone se ne vanno?'.
- Public Movement performs 'Rescue' with live music, curated by Bruna Roccasalva for Fondazione Furla.
- Book Talk returns, curated by Guendalina Piselli.
- 'Pittura XXI' section, curated by Davide Ferri, focuses on mid-career and younger painters.
- New 'Multipli' section features editioned works by Lisa Andreani and Simona Squadrito.
- MCA – Mario Cucinella Architects designs the 'Connecting Green Hub' installation.
- Chef Max Poggi handles VIP lounge catering; general food service upgraded.
Entities
Artists
- Simone Menegoi
- Jerry Zeniuk
- Yuri Ancarani
- Alberto Garutti
- Public Movement
- Davide Ferri
- Lisa Andreani
- Simona Squadrito
- Mario Cucinella
- Max Poggi
- Bruna Roccasalva
- Guendalina Piselli
- Enea Righi
- Liliana Moro
- Jacopo Benassi
- Invernomuto
- Muna Mussie
- Luca Trevisani
- Francesco Arcangeli
- Santa Nastro
- Gloria Bartoli
- Lorenzo Balbi
- Michele D'Aurizio
- Gian Gavino Pazzola
- Alberto Salvadori
- Adelaide Cioni
- Maurizio Nannucci
- Flavio Favelli
- Eva Marisaldi
- Stefano Arienti
- Luisa Lambri
- Fontana
- Boetti
- Accardi
- Schifano
- Caterina Angelucci
- Massimiliano Poggi
Institutions
- Arte Fiera
- BolognaFiere
- MAMbo
- Fondazione Furla
- ABC ARTE Gallery
- Vistamare Milano Pescara
- MCA – Mario Cucinella Architects
- REPLICA – Archivio italiano del libro d’artista
- Artribune
- Fruit
- Galleria d’Arte Maggiore
- Richard Saltoun
- Giorgio Persano
- Bottegantica
- Frittelli
- Artemisia
- Allegra Ravizza
- Francesca Minini
- Enrico Astuni
- Università di Bologna
- Arte Fiera Bologna
- Bologna Fiere
- Pinacoteca Agnelli
- ANGAMC
- LeftLoft
- Apalazzo Gallery
- Laveronica
- Lia Rumma
- Lorenzelli Arte
- Franco Noero
- Ronchini
- Sprovieri
- Camera – Centro italiano per la fotografia di Torino
- Catawiki
- Raffaella Cortese
- Magazzino
- Giò Marconi
- Tucci Russo
- Fuoricampo
- Gian Marco Casini
- Umberto di Marino
- Mario Cucinella Architects
- Accademia di Belle Arti di Bologna
- Al Cambio
- Flash Art Italia Award
- Apalazzo
- Lorenzelli
- Herald St
- Federica Schiavo Gallery
- Galleria Fonti
- Francesca Antonini
- Galleria Continua
- Galleria Gaburro
- Galleria Poggiali
- Stydio Guastalla Arte Moderna e Contemporanea
- Piero Archugarry Gallery
- Fantom
Locations
- Bologna
- Italy
- Italia
- Piazza Costituzione
- Padiglione dell’Esprit Nouveau
- ex Galleria d’Arte Moderna
- Torino
- Firenze
- Milano
- Urbino
- Trebbo di Reno
- United States
- BolognaFiere
- Viale della Fiera, 20