Giovanni Morbin Sends Photographic Arms Around the World in Performance at Centrale Fies
On June 29, 2018, Giovanni Morbin showcased his performance at Centrale Fies in Dro, Trento, where he mailed photographic representations of his arms to the east and west. This act, originally performed in 1985, served as a preview for his upcoming solo exhibition curated by Denis Isaia, set to open on July 7, 2018. Following the exhibition, Morbin will present "Concerto a perdifiato," featuring 22 volunteer performers utilizing "Strumenti a perdifiato." The work critically addresses themes of narcissism in the realms of social media and technology.
Key facts
- Performance took place on June 29, 2018 at Centrale Fies in Dro, Trento.
- Morbin mailed photographic copies of his right and left arms east and west.
- The gesture was first performed in 1985.
- The performance was a preview for a solo exhibition opening July 7, 2018.
- The exhibition is curated by Denis Isaia.
- Morbin will perform 'Concerto a perdifiato' after the opening.
- The concert involves 22 volunteer performers using 'Strumenti a perdifiato'.
- The work critiques narcissism in social media and technology.
Entities
Artists
- Giovanni Morbin
Institutions
- Centrale Fies
- Artribune
Locations
- Dro
- Trento
- Italy