Lucamaleonte Unveils 'Patrimonio Indigeno' Mural in Rome's San Lorenzo District
In Rome's San Lorenzo district, street artist Lucamaleonte, born in 1983, has finished a mural named 'Patrimonio Indigeno.' This artwork, which spans almost 10 by 10 meters, is situated on Via dei Piceni and was commissioned by Fondazione Pastificio Cerere, with Marcello Smarrelli serving as curator. The mural showcases the area's heritage and identity, incorporating various symbols such as Ceres' hand, Minerva's serpent, Saint Lawrence's gridiron, a woodpecker, red poppies, a capital from the ancient Basilica of San Lorenzo fuori le Mura, and a crow accompanied by white chrysanthemums. At the mural's unveiling, Lucamaleonte included a Platonic icosahedron. This project is part of the public art efforts by Fondazione Pastificio Cerere.
Key facts
- Lucamaleonte created a new mural titled 'Patrimonio Indigeno' in Rome's San Lorenzo district.
- The mural measures nearly 10 by 10 meters and is located on Via dei Piceni.
- It was commissioned by Fondazione Pastificio Cerere and curated by Marcello Smarrelli.
- The work incorporates symbols of the neighborhood's history, including Ceres, Minerva's serpent, Saint Lawrence's gridiron, a woodpecker, poppies, a basilica capital, and a crow with chrysanthemums.
- A Platonic icosahedron was added during the presentation ceremony as a signature element.
- Lucamaleonte was born in Rome in 1983 and is known for stencil and drawing techniques.
- He has exhibited in Milan, London, Berlin, Paris, and New York.
- He previously shared a studio in San Lorenzo with artists Sten and Lex.
Entities
Artists
- Lucamaleonte
- Sten
- Lex
Institutions
- Fondazione Pastificio Cerere
Locations
- Rome
- Italy
- San Lorenzo
- Via dei Piceni
- Via degli Ausoni
- Basilica of San Lorenzo fuori le Mura
- Verano cemetery
- Milan
- London
- Berlin
- Paris
- New York