Giorgio Manganelli's Crossings into Art at Museo di Roma in Trastevere

The Museo di Roma in Trastevere is hosting an extensive exhibition dedicated to Giorgio Manganelli (Milan, 1922 – Rome, 1990), a pivotal figure among Italy's 20th-century thinkers. Manganelli was active in Rome and Milan during the 1960s to 1980s and was part of the Gruppo 63 literary movement, which emphasized linguistic innovation. He collaborated with notable figures such as Eco, Ceronetti, and Calvino at RAI. The exhibition showcases his artistic engagements through essays, articles, and catalog introductions, highlighting works by artists he admired or influenced. Curated by Andrea Cortellessa, it features a book titled 'Emigrazioni Oniriche,' recently released by Adelphi, compiling Manganelli's insights on visual arts. The display includes pieces by various artists, and Cortellessa emphasizes Manganelli's view of art as a distinct 'beyond,' illustrated by works from Serafini, Scialoja, and others. Manganelli, who preferred not to be labeled a writer, referred to himself in 'Encomio del tiranno' as merely a 'juggler.'