Elisa Montessori's 'Moralità boschiva' at Monitor Rome

Elisa Montessori (Genoa, 1931) showcases 'Moralità boschiva' at the Monitor gallery in Rome, drawing inspiration from Wislawa Szymborska's poetry collection 'Two Points'. This exhibition presents artworks that challenge traditional topographical maps by incorporating floral designs, resulting in surfaces that appear 'open' and symbolize a digital, dislocated society. Montessori remarks, 'When we take a plane from London to Dubai we have no idea of the territory we are crossing.' The display features books, paper scrolls, and maps that resonate with Szymborska's themes of exploration. She emphasizes that while flowers may seem joyful, they serve as a caution: 'the pandemic situation shows us how nature is trying to expel us.' Included is 'Erbario' (1978), which consists of ink, dried plants, and herbs on paper. Photo credit: Giorgio Benni.