Mauritius debuts national pavilion at 2015 Venice Biennale curated by Alfredo Cramerotti and Olga Jurgenson

At the 2015 Venice Biennale, Alfredo Cramerotti and Olga Jurgenson are overseeing the first-ever Mauritius national pavilion at Palazzo Flangini. Their exhibition confronts traditional aesthetic standards by juxtaposing Mauritian artists with well-known European figures. This initiative fosters a dialogue on cultural disparities, focusing on the political engagement and spirituality within the Mauritian art community. Cramerotti highlights the importance of regional context, while both curators acknowledge the honor and difficulty of representing their country. Drawing from her experiences in the USSR and Mauritius, Jurgenson provides valuable perspectives. The pavilion seeks to captivate a wide range of audiences, creating a sense of artistic disorientation. Cramerotti reflects on his initial Biennale experience in the 1970s, and Jurgenson participated in 2009. This pavilion may enhance contemporary art investments in Mauritius. ArtReview published the questionnaire on May 9, 2015.