Ettore Sottsass Exhibition in Pistoia Explores Designer's Tuscan Connections

The exhibition 'Io sono un architetto. Ettore Sottsass' is being held at Palazzo Buontalenti in Pistoia until July 26, 2026. Curated by Enrico Morteo, it delves into Sottsass's connection with Tuscany from 1945 to 1975, presenting numerous previously unseen pieces from the Centro Studi e Archivio della Comunicazione at the University of Parma, along with loans from Fondazione Vittoriano Bitossi and Centro Studi Poltronova per il Design. The showcase emphasizes his collaborations with local manufacturers like Fabbrica Bitossi and his role as artistic director for Poltronova. Additionally, it highlights a thirty-year partnership with Olivetti that led to office designs and Italy's first electronic computer identity. The exhibition is organized into thirteen sections, featuring Sottsass's varied experimentation and architectural projects. It receives support from Fondazione Pistoia Musei, Fondazione Caript, Electa, and Fondamenta, with a primary partnership from Intesa Sanpaolo.