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Matilde Damele's Anthropological Photography on View at Museo di Roma in Trastevere

exhibition · 2026-08-06

The 'New York di Matilde Damele' exhibition, featuring the work of Matilde Damele (born 1969, Bologna), is currently on display at the Museo di Roma in Trastevere until September 13, 2026. Curated by Giovanni De Angelis, the collection showcases photographs that delve into urban life in both New York and Rome through an anthropological lens. This work resonates with themes from Susan Sontag's 'On Photography' (1978) and the aesthetic of Nan Goldin, while preserving Damele's unique perspective. The exhibition contrasts the fast-paced nature of New York with the historical essence of Rome, emphasizing commonalities in space, relationships, and identity. The black-and-white photographs act as cultural reflections of societal shifts. The museum is situated at Piazza Sant'Egidio 1b, Rome.

Key facts

  • Matilde Damele (born 1969, Bologna) exhibits photographs at Museo di Roma in Trastevere.
  • The exhibition is curated by Giovanni De Angelis.
  • The show is titled 'New York di Matilde Damele' and runs until September 13, 2026.
  • The photographs were taken in New York and Rome.
  • Damele's work is described as anthropological photography, focusing on everyday urban life.
  • The exhibition references Susan Sontag's 'On Photography' (first Italian edition 1978).
  • Damele's style is compared to Nan Goldin's intimate photography.
  • The museum is located at Piazza Sant'Egidio 1b, Rome.

Entities

Artists

  • Matilde Damele
  • Nan Goldin
  • Susan Sontag

Institutions

  • Museo di Roma in Trastevere

Locations

  • Rome
  • Italy
  • New York
  • United States
  • Bologna

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