Mariana Ferratto's 'Libertà Clandestine' Explores Freedom in Detention at The Gallery Apart
The Gallery Apart in Rome showcases Mariana Ferratto's solo exhibition titled 'Libertà Clandestine,' which delves into the theme of freedom amid political imprisonment. This exhibition stems from the 'Memoria de la Materia' initiative, backed by the Italian Council, and the artworks were created during a residency at MAD – Murate Art District in Florence. Ferratto, an Italian artist with Argentine roots and the daughter of political exiles from the Videla regime, collaborated with former political prisoners. Featured series include 'L’abbecedario del linguaggio,' 'Archivio dei segni,' 'Dentro Fuori,' 'Affiorare,' and 'Costellazioni,' along with a video installation showcasing handmade items by former detainees. The exhibition is ongoing at The Gallery Apart.
Key facts
- Mariana Ferratto's solo show 'Libertà Clandestine' is at The Gallery Apart in Rome.
- The works were created as part of the 'Memoria de la Materia' project supported by the Italian Council.
- Ferratto is an Italian artist of Argentine origin, daughter of political exiles who survived detention under the Videla dictatorship.
- The exhibition includes 'L’abbecedario del linguaggio' featuring Tumbero sign language taught by her father.
- 'Archivio dei segni' displays small objects made by detainees from materials like bone scraps and threads.
- 'Dentro Fuori' uses collages of identical Murate prison photos in black-and-white and color.
- 'Affiorare' presents ceramic flowers with audio testimonies from female inmates at Devoto prison.
- 'Costellazioni' references prisoners piercing book pages to communicate, quoting a poem about life.
Entities
Artists
- Mariana Ferratto
- Ludovica Palmieri
Institutions
- The Gallery Apart
- MAD – Murate Art District
- Italian Council
- Devoto prison
- Artribune
Locations
- Rome
- Italy
- Florence
- Argentina