Giuseppe Penone's Dual Rome Shows at Gagosian and Fendi
Giuseppe Penone, one of Italy's most globally celebrated living artists, is the subject of two concurrent exhibitions in Rome. At the Palazzo della Civiltà Italiana in EUR—headquarters of Fendi—the fashion house presents 'Matrice,' a solo show featuring a large sculpture destined for permanent installation in central Rome. Simultaneously, Gagosian Gallery Rome hosts 'Equivalenze,' curated by Massimiliano Gioni, showcasing fifteen works from the 1970s to today, many previously unseen in Italy. The public opening is January 27, 2017.
Key facts
- Giuseppe Penone has two concurrent shows in Rome.
- Fendi presents 'Matrice' at Palazzo della Civiltà Italiana.
- A large sculpture will be permanently installed in central Rome.
- Gagosian Gallery Rome hosts 'Equivalenze' curated by Massimiliano Gioni.
- 'Equivalenze' includes fifteen works from the 1970s to today.
- Many works in 'Equivalenze' are exhibited for the first time in Italy.
- Public opening is January 27, 2017.
- Palazzo della Civiltà Italiana is Fendi's headquarters.
Entities
Artists
- Giuseppe Penone
Institutions
- Fendi
- Gagosian Gallery Rome
- Palazzo della Civiltà Italiana
Locations
- Rome
- Italy
- EUR