Círculo de Bellas Artes Madrid Launches Centenary Exhibition 'La Lechuza de Minerva'
The Círculo de Bellas Artes in Madrid is marking its centenary, having been founded in 1926, with the exhibition titled 'La Lechuza de Minerva,' curated by Isabella Lenzi. This exhibition draws inspiration from a 1991 showcase called 'El sueño imperativo' by Mar Villaespesa, which highlighted twelve artists in unique environments. Featured artists include Dagoberto Rodríguez, Elo Vega, and Tino Sehgal, who utilize the building's lesser-known spaces through their visual and auditory works. A standout is the restoration of Nancy Spero's 1991 artwork 'Minerva, Sky Goddess' on the rooftop, led by restorer Rocío Casasus. The exhibition also reflects on the 1990 event 'Madrid: Espacio de interferencias,' curated by Javier Maderuelo, and runs until May 10, 2026.
Key facts
- Exhibition 'La Lechuza de Minerva' at Círculo de Bellas Artes de Madrid runs until May 10, 2026.
- Curated by Isabella Lenzi, inspired by the 1991 exhibition 'El sueño imperativo' curated by Mar Villaespesa.
- Features 11 artists/collectives: Dagoberto Rodríguez, Elo Vega, Rogelio López Cuenca, Isidoro Valcárcel Medina, Itziar Okariz, Los Carpinteros, María Salgado, Pedro G. Romero, Regina Silveira, Silbatriz Pons, Tino Sehgal.
- Recovers Nancy Spero's 1991 work 'Minerva, Sky Goddess' through restoration led by Rocío Casasus.
- Documents the 1990 exhibition 'Madrid: Espacio de interferencias' curated by Javier Maderuelo.
- Círculo de Bellas Artes was founded in 1926 and originally included a pool, barbershop, and billiard room.
- Itziar Okariz presents 'Diario de sueños' (2013-2026) and irrintzi performances.
- Los Carpinteros show oversized steel nail sculptures; Dagoberto Rodríguez performs 'A palo limpio'.
Entities
Artists
- Isabella Lenzi
- Mar Villaespesa
- Nancy Spero
- Rocío Casasus
- Dagoberto Rodríguez
- Elo Vega
- Rogelio López Cuenca
- Isidoro Valcárcel Medina
- Itziar Okariz
- María Salgado
- Pedro G. Romero
- Regina Silveira
- Silbatriz Pons
- Tino Sehgal
- Marco Castillo
- Alexandre Arrechea
- Rocío Márquez
- Javier Maderuelo
- Pier Paolo Pasolini
- Santiago Apóstol
- Duque de Caxias
- Andiley Mojena
- Arnaldo Lescay
- Jorbel Isturiz
- Julio Rigal
- Lenny X
- Pepe Domínguez
- Emilio Pascual
- Rubén García-Castro
- Miguel Balbuena
Institutions
- Círculo de Bellas Artes de Madrid
- Radio Círculo
- Artishock Revista
Locations
- Madrid
- Spain
- La Habana
- Cuba
- São Paulo
- Brazil
- Mediterranean