Hélène de Franchis, gallerist of Studio La Città, remembered

Daniele Capra pays tribute to Hélène de Franchis, the founder of Studio La Città in Verona, who recently passed away. Their first encounter occurred over two decades ago at the gallery's original location in the historic center. In 1969, de Franchis established Studio La Città, motivated by her passion for contemporary art after her studies in art history in Rome. The gallery became synonymous with Minimalism and Conceptual Art, emphasizing formal exploration. Renowned for her close connections with collectors, de Franchis often facilitated the acquisition of works from New York. Throughout her 55-year career, she championed artists such as Sol LeWitt and Richard Tuttle, but eventually withdrew from art fairs, deeming them overly commercial. Capra mentions her refusal to write a book about her experiences.