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ArtVerona 2021 Returns In-Person with #ITALIANSYSTEM Program

festival-fair · 2026-04-27

The 16th edition of ArtVerona, scheduled for October 15 to 17 at Veronafiere, is under the direction of Stefano Raimondi. This year's theme, #ITALIANSYSTEM (2020-2022), signifies a return to live events, emphasizing the importance of collecting, young galleries, non-profit organizations, and rising artists. Visitors will be greeted by Paola Pivi's immersive installation, Red Carpet, which spans 700 square meters and is crafted from recycled materials. The fair features several sections, including Main Section, Introduction (curated by Giacinto Di Pietrantonio), Evolution, Solo, and Next, with Lab1 showcasing eight non-profit spaces curated by Giulia Floris. Additionally, the #Pages section, curated by Ginevra Bria, will present six magazines. Critical Collecting, edited by Antonio Grulli, will be published in conjunction with the event, which also includes exhibitions and performances at Palazzo Poste from October 15 to 19.

Key facts

  • ArtVerona 2021 is the 16th edition, held October 15-17 at Veronafiere.
  • Artistic director is Stefano Raimondi.
  • Theme is #ITALIANSYSTEM (2020-2022).
  • Red Carpet by Paola Pivi with Aquafil S.p.A. is a 700 sqm interactive carpet.
  • New section Introduction curated by Giacinto Di Pietrantonio features six young galleries.
  • Evolution section focuses on new technologies like AI, robotics, big data.
  • Critical Collecting book edited by Antonio Grulli includes 50 interviews with collectors.
  • Art & The City includes exhibitions at Palazzo Poste from October 15-19.

Entities

Artists

  • Stefano Raimondi
  • Paola Pivi
  • Giacinto Di Pietrantonio
  • Giulia Floris
  • Ginevra Bria
  • Saverio Verini
  • Antonio Grulli
  • Irene Sofia Comi
  • Marijke De Roover
  • SAGG Napoli
  • Sophie Jung
  • Claudia Santeroni
  • Maria Marzia Minell
  • Jessica Bianchera
  • Marta Ferretti
  • Beatrice Benedetti
  • Nina Fiocco
  • Giulia Ronchi

Institutions

  • ArtVerona
  • Veronafiere
  • Aquafil S.p.A.
  • Archivio
  • Artribune
  • Exibart
  • ISIT.Magazine
  • Kabul
  • Perimetro
  • Palazzo Poste
  • OUT44
  • Università Cattolica di Milano
  • Accademia di Brera

Locations

  • Verona
  • Italy
  • Milano
  • Pesaro

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