Gian Maria Tosatti defends Cristiana Collu's didactic-free rehang at Galleria Nazionale
In an article for Artribune, artist Gian Maria Tosatti supports Cristiana Collu's reimagining of the Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Moderna in Rome. After his visit, he found the experience remarkable. Although he was initially doubtful about Collu's decision to eliminate wall labels, he now believes this choice transforms the museum into a purely aesthetic journey. Tosatti highlights notable pairings, such as Sartorio's Gorgone study alongside Bellmer's Poupée and Calderara with de Chirico. While he acknowledges the value of audio guides for further exploration, he recommends their enhancement. The only critique he offers is regarding two pieces by Luca Rento, which he feels disrupt the cohesion with works by Segantini, Pellizza, Monet, and Stefano Arienti. Ultimately, he asserts that Collu's innovative approach is a resounding success.
Key facts
- Gian Maria Tosatti defends Cristiana Collu's rehang of Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Moderna in Rome.
- The museum removed wall labels and traditional historiographic framing.
- Tosatti calls the experience one of the most extraordinary museum experiences he can recall.
- He praises specific juxtapositions: Sartorio with Bellmer, Calderara with de Chirico, Basilico with de Chirico and Pascali.
- Cristina Lucas's video projection in the battle hall is noted as elevating video to classical art.
- Audio guides are available for deeper study but could be expanded.
- Tosatti criticizes the inclusion of two works by Luca Rento as a flaw.
- The rehang was controversial, with many critics opposing the removal of didactics.
Entities
Artists
- Gian Maria Tosatti
- Cristiana Collu
- Okwui Enwezor
- Palma Bucarelli
- Giotto
- Lawrence Weiner
- De Dominicis
- Sartorio
- Hans Bellmer
- Antonio Calderara
- Giorgio de Chirico
- Cristina Lucas
- Basilico
- Pino Pascali
- Alberto Burri
- Luca Rento
- Giovanni Segantini
- Pellizza da Volpedo
- Claude Monet
- Stefano Arienti
Institutions
- Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Moderna
- Artribune
- Venice Biennale
Locations
- Rome
- Italy
- New York
- United States
- Naples