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Itinerant Group Show Links Pasolini and Mattei in Matelica

exhibition · 2026-05-05

A new exhibition, 'IoSo. In viaggio per Pasolini,' is set to debut at the Palazzo degli Ottoni in Matelica. Curated by Stefano Verri and Verticale d'Arte, the exhibit delves into the fates of filmmaker Pier Paolo Pasolini and Enrico Mattei, the founder of Eni, both figures known for their controversial impacts. The show will showcase creative works from numerous artists, including Gianni Dessì and Mario Dondero, across various media such as photography and video. The exhibition provides an insightful look into Italy's socio-political landscape and will remain open to the public until June 19, 2016.

Key facts

  • Exhibition 'IoSo. In viaggio per Pasolini' is a traveling group show.
  • The show opens at Palazzo degli Ottoni in Matelica.
  • Curated by Verticale d'Arte and Stefano Verri.
  • Links Pier Paolo Pasolini and Enrico Mattei, both died in suspicious circumstances.
  • Matelica is the birthplace of Enrico Mattei, founder of Eni.
  • Features ten artists: Gianni Dessì, Mario Dondero, Davide Dormino, Rocco Dubbini, Alessandro Fonte, Giovanni Gaggia, Gonzalo Orquìn, Roberto Paci Dalò, Giacomo Rizzo, Pietro Ruffo.
  • Includes photography, installations, paintings, and video.
  • Runs until June 19, 2016.

Entities

Artists

  • Gianni Dessì
  • Mario Dondero
  • Davide Dormino
  • Rocco Dubbini
  • Alessandro Fonte
  • Giovanni Gaggia
  • Gonzalo Orquìn
  • Roberto Paci Dalò
  • Giacomo Rizzo
  • Pietro Ruffo
  • Pier Paolo Pasolini
  • Enrico Mattei

Institutions

  • Verticale d'Arte
  • Palazzo degli Ottoni
  • Eni

Locations

  • Matelica
  • Italy

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