Elliott Erwitt Retrospective Opens at Forte di Bard
A new exhibition featuring the renowned photographer Elliott Erwitt has launched at Forte di Bard in Italy’s Aosta Valley. Curated by Gabriele Accornero and Andrea Holzherr, this showcase marks the world debut of 137 prints illustrating Erwitt's artistic journey spanning from 1948 to 2005. The collection is categorized into nine distinct themes including Cities, Beaches, and Dogs. Additionally, visitors can view a unique interview with Erwitt filmed in his New York studio. The exhibition will be available for public viewing until November 13, 2016. Erwitt was born in Paris in 1928 and has resided in various cities including New York.
Key facts
- Elliott Erwitt retrospective at Forte di Bard is a world premiere.
- Exhibition curated by Gabriele Accornero and Andrea Holzherr.
- 137 prints from 1948 to 2005 are displayed.
- Works divided into nine thematic sections.
- Includes a specially filmed interview with Erwitt.
- Erwitt was born in Paris in 1928 and joined Magnum Photos.
- He became president of Magnum in the late 1960s.
- Exhibition runs until November 13, 2016.
Entities
Artists
- Elliott Erwitt
Institutions
- Forte di Bard
- Magnum Photos
- Casa dei Tre Oci
- Hôtel des États
- Galleria d'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea di San Gimignano
- CAOS di Terni
Locations
- Bard
- Aosta Valley
- Italy
- Paris
- France
- New York
- United States
- Los Angeles
- Venice
- Aosta
- San Gimignano
- Terni