Giulio Paolini's 'Del Bello ideale' at Fondazione Carriero, Milan
Giulio Paolini's exhibition, 'Del Bello ideale,' is currently on display at the Fondazione Carriero in Milan, curated by Francesco Stocchi in collaboration with Paolini. Instead of following a timeline, the show delves into themes spanning from the 1960s to today, focusing on portraiture, perspective, and classical culture's revival. Notable artworks featured include 'Controfigura (critica del punto di vista)' (1981), 'Et quid amabo nisi quod ænigma est?' (1969-70), 'Senza titolo' (1961, 1963), 'Finis Terrae' (2018), 'Saffo' (1968), 'Elegia' (1969), and 'Mimesi' (1975). A unique installation by Margherita Palli, inspired by Renaissance studioli, highlights Giorgio de Chirico's self-portrait 'Se Ipsum' (1948). Paolini’s writings, particularly his anthology 'Idem' (1975), enhance the exhibition's intellectual framework.
Key facts
- Exhibition 'Del Bello ideale' at Fondazione Carriero, Milan, curated by Francesco Stocchi in collaboration with Giulio Paolini.
- Non-chronological survey covering Paolini's career from the 1960s to present.
- Three macro-themes: portrait/self-portrait, perspective, and classical culture.
- Key works include 'Controfigura' (1981), 'Et quid amabo' (1969-70), 'Senza titolo' (1961, 1963), 'Finis Terrae' (2018), 'Saffo' (1968), 'Elegia' (1969), 'Mimesi' (1975).
- Scenographic intervention by Margherita Palli referencing Renaissance studioli.
- Includes Giorgio de Chirico's self-portrait 'Se Ipsum' (1948).
- Paolini's first collection of writings 'Idem' published in 1975.
- Artist's statements: 'un'opera, per essere autentica, deve dimenticare il suo autore' and 'Resto fedele (vittima) di un Bello ideale'.
Entities
Artists
- Giulio Paolini
- Giorgio de Chirico
- Margherita Palli
- Francesco Stocchi
Institutions
- Fondazione Carriero
Locations
- Milan
- Italy