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Gianluca Marziani's 'Scuola Italiana' project aims to restore memory and future to painting

exhibition · 2026-07-30

Gianluca Marziani, a curator known for his energy and sharp eye since the 1990s, has launched 'Scuola Italiana,' a project dedicated to restoring memory and future to Italian painting. Marziani, who emerged as a young critic alongside figures like Matteo Basilé, has spent decades traversing artist studios, galleries, and magazines with a physical passion for images. The project seeks to bring overlooked phenomena to light through exhibitions, books, and critical debate.

Key facts

  • Gianluca Marziani is a curator active since the 1990s.
  • He launched the 'Scuola Italiana' project.
  • The project aims to restore memory and future to Italian painting.
  • Marziani has followed artist Matteo Basilé since his early career.
  • He is known for his energy, curiosity, and acute gaze.
  • He has worked across artist studios, galleries, and magazines.
  • The project involves exhibitions, books, and critical debate.
  • Marziani was part of a group of young critics in the 1990s.

Entities

Artists

  • Matteo Basilé

Locations

  • Rome
  • Italy

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