Galleria Umberto Benappi launches experimental summer shows in San Sicario mountain venue
The San Sicario branch of the Galleria Umberto Benappi in Turin has introduced 'ESPOSTA. Arte ad Alta Quota,' which will be held from June to August 2025. This initiative includes three exhibitions: 'Incontri,' a solo presentation by Carlo D'Oria that commenced in late June 2025; 'Nel solco della voce,' showcasing Marzio Zorio from July 20 to August 10, 2025, which delves into themes of voice and identity; and 'Between Flesh and Reflection,' curated by Valeria Ceregini, scheduled for August 14–31, 2025, featuring artists Allyson Keehan, Vera Ryklova, and Domnick Sorace. Umberto Benappi, the gallerist, emphasized the venue's mission to promote contemporary art in regions with few galleries, highlighting its focus on innovative projects with six to seven exhibitions each year.
Key facts
- Galleria Umberto Benappi's mountain branch in San Sicario opened two years ago.
- Summer program 'ESPOSTA. Arte ad Alta Quota' runs June to August 2025.
- Three exhibitions: solo shows by Carlo D'Oria and Marzio Zorio, and a group show.
- Carlo D'Oria's 'Incontri' curated by Roberto Mastroianni, works 2011–2025.
- Marzio Zorio's 'Nel solco della voce' runs July 20 to August 10, 2025.
- Zorio's show inspired by Derrida, Agamben, Lacan; includes installations Mitopoiesi, Biblioteca, Bussola.
- Group show 'Between Flesh and Reflection' curated by Valeria Ceregini, August 14–31, 2025.
- Gallerist Umberto Benappi cited lack of galleries in San Sicario compared to Cortina and St. Moritz.
Entities
Artists
- Carlo D'Oria
- Marzio Zorio
- Allyson Keehan
- Vera Ryklova
- Domnick Sorace
Institutions
- Galleria Umberto Benappi
- Galleria 10 & zero uno
- Artribune
Locations
- Turin
- San Sicario
- Cortina
- St. Moritz
- Venice