French sculptor dies at 93; Venice Biennale called coldest ever; abstractionist has three concurrent shows.

This spring, a renowned French sculptor and designer died at the age of 93. A critic has described the Venice Biennale as the coldest biennial globally, featuring a collective exhibition that showcases artists from a common geographic region, suggesting the emergence of a new art-historical trend. Although the event lacks a celebrity presence, it is recognized for its vibrant local atmosphere. In parallel, an exceptional but lesser-known abstractionist is showcasing three exhibitions at once across two continents. These events are included in artcritical's first summer report from Europe, which highlights the Venice Biennale and various other artistic activities.