Davide Monaldi's 'Sibille' Explores Communication Rituals at Studio Sales, Rome
Studio Sales in Rome presents 'Sibille', a solo exhibition by Davide Monaldi (born 1983, San Benedetto del Tronto). The show juxtaposes two oversized ceramic lion-shaped door knockers, titled 'Battiporta (autoritratto)' (2017-18), with an installation of 100 enameled ceramic intercom panels. The knockers reference ancient Greco-Roman traditions and magical protection, while the intercoms bear the names of 1,200 deceased thinkers from various fields, evoking José Saramago's novel 'Todos os nomes' (1997). The work examines the temporal gap between host and guest, the obsolescence of old technologies, and the evolution of daily life. Monaldi's technical mastery in ceramics is highlighted. The exhibition title 'Sibille' suggests a temporal leap and an encounter between life and death.
Key facts
- Davide Monaldi is exhibiting at Studio Sales in Rome.
- The exhibition is titled 'Sibille'.
- Works include two ceramic door knockers 'Battiporta (autoritratto)' (2017-18).
- An installation of 100 enameled ceramic intercom panels is featured.
- The intercom panels list 1,200 names of deceased thinkers.
- The work references José Saramago's novel 'Todos os nomes' (1997).
- The knockers reference ancient Greco-Roman traditions and magical protection.
- The exhibition explores communication rituals and technological obsolescence.
Entities
Artists
- Davide Monaldi
- José Saramago
Institutions
- Studio Sales
- Artribune
Locations
- Rome
- Italy
- San Benedetto del Tronto