Gubbio Biennale Returns with Focus on Site-Specificity and Emerging Artists
The Umbrian town hosts the 27th Biennale di Gubbio, named IMAGINA, emphasizing site-specific art and showcasing emerging Italian talent under 40. Curated by Marco Bassan and Ludovico Pratesi, the exhibition displays works from 36 young artists at Palazzo Ducale and Palazzo dei Consoli. An announcement regarding the winner will take place during the opening, with the award ceremony scheduled for April 2024. The exhibition comprises seven sections, featuring significant pieces by Giulio Bensasson and Veronica Bisesti, alongside a photography exhibition dedicated to Luca Ronconi. Mayor Filippo Mario Stirati commended Spazio Taverna for revitalizing local identities. Upcoming events in Rome include Dafne Vitali (October 20), Silvio Giardina (November 6), and Federica Di Pietrantonio (November 20).
Key facts
- 27th edition of Biennale di Gubbio titled IMAGINA
- Curated by Ludovico Pratesi and Marco Bassan of Spazio Taverna
- 36 young artists under 40 involved
- Exhibition at Palazzo dei Consoli and Palazzo Ducale
- Winner announced at opening, prize awarded end of April 2024
- Seven thematic sections including site-specific works
- Includes AI installation by Numero Cromatico engaging with Eugubine Tables
- Collateral program: Luca Ronconi exhibition and Cecilia Caporlingua works
Entities
Artists
- Ludovico Pratesi
- Marco Bassan
- Namsal Siedlecki
- Lulù Nuti
- Giulio Bensasson
- Veronica Bisesti
- James Hillman
- Francesca Cornacchini
- Lucia Cantò
- Diego Miguel Mirabella
- Alice Paltrinieri
- Guglielmo Maggini
- Cecilia Caporlingua
- Luca Ronconi
- Dafne Vitali
- Silvio Giardina
- Federica Di Pietrantonio
- Federico da Montefeltro
- Filippo Mario Stirati
- Giorgia Basili
Institutions
- Biennale di Gubbio
- Spazio Taverna
- Palazzo dei Consoli
- Palazzo Ducale
- Teatro Comunale
- Colacem s.p.a.
- Ceramiche Fumanti
- Ti Style iT
- Università delle Arti e dei Mestieri
- Artribune
- Museo di arte contemporanea di Atene
Locations
- Gubbio
- Italy
- Umbria
- Rome
- Athens
- Greece