Miart 2017 Highlights and Lowlights: A Critical Review
The 2017 miart in Milan, overseen by curator Alessandro Rabottini, received acclaim for its segments such as Established, Generations, On Demand, Decades, and Object, particularly highlighting Generations for its emphasis on artists from various eras. Daniele Innamorato's solo exhibition 'Like No Tomorrow,' curated by Giorgio Verzotti, was presented at Marsèlleria. Marco Scotini's show at Frigoriferi Milanesi explored themes of African colonialism. Santiago Sierra's minimalist piece at PAC offered a critique of global injustices. Exhibitions by Elena Mazzi and Andrea Romano, curated by Rischa Paterlini, were part of private collections. The Emergent section faced low visitor numbers, and space in the publishing area was limited. Outrage followed Segno magazine's space denial. Adrian Paci's exhibition at Sant'Eustorgio felt disjointed, while communication issues at Pirelli HangarBicocca led to missed shows. The Pino Pascali exhibition was criticized for being overcrowded.
Key facts
- miart 2017 was curated by Alessandro Rabottini.
- Generations section was the most focused, pairing artists from different historical periods.
- Marsèlleria hosted Daniele Innamorato's solo show 'Like No Tomorrow' curated by Giorgio Verzotti.
- Marco Scotini's exhibition at Frigoriferi Milanesi addressed African colonial themes.
- Santiago Sierra's show at PAC featured a minimalist black-and-white installation.
- Private collections included nctm law firm hosting Elena Mazzi, Giuseppe Iannaccone showing Andrea Romano's 'Milka', and Collezione Ramo exhibiting Tancredi.
- The Emergent section for young galleries had low visitor traffic.
- Publishing area was cramped and described as an 'eternal construction site'.
- Historic magazine Segno was denied its usual space, causing controversy.
- Adrian Paci's exhibition at Sant'Eustorgio curated by Gabi Scardi was underwhelming.
- Pirelli HangarBicocca had minimal communication during fair week, overshadowing shows by Miroslaw Balka and Laure Prouvost.
- Pino Pascali exhibition at Fondazione Carriero was criticized for overcrowding and a confusing 'ethnic area'.
Entities
Artists
- Alessandro Rabottini
- Daniele Innamorato
- Giorgio Verzotti
- Marco Scotini
- Santiago Sierra
- Elena Mazzi
- Giuseppe Iannaccone
- Andrea Romano
- Rischa Paterlini
- Tancredi
- Adrian Paci
- Gabi Scardi
- Miroslaw Balka
- Laure Prouvost
- Pino Pascali
Institutions
- miart
- Marsèlleria
- Frigoriferi Milanesi
- PAC – Padiglione Arte Contemporanea
- nctm
- Collezione Ramo
- Sant'Eustorgio
- Pirelli HangarBicocca
- Fondazione Carriero
- Segno
Locations
- Milan
- Italy
- via Paullo
- Africa