Monica Marioni's Harrowing Bunker Exhibition in Vicenza
Monica Marioni, hailing from Conegliano Veneto and born in 1972, showcases the second phase of her initiative #lasciamiandare within a WWII bunker from 1943 located in Caldogno, close to Vicenza. Curated by Maria Savarese and Maria Rosa Sossai, this exhibition follows an initial preview in Capri. Drawing from her own experiences with a toxic relationship, Marioni delves into the theme of domestic violence, utilizing the bunker’s unique ambiance. The first space displays her left-handed drawings and paintings, accompanied by poignant items such as a thick rope and red high-heeled shoes. The second section features narrow corridors filled with unsettling sounds, encouraging solo visits. The concluding segment, showcasing the video Olia, hints at both freedom and confinement, aiming to express solidarity with those affected by harmful relationships.
Key facts
- Monica Marioni was born in Conegliano Veneto in 1972.
- The exhibition is the second stage of the project #lasciamiandare.
- The bunker was built by German occupiers in 1943 in Caldogno, near Vicenza.
- Curators are Maria Savarese and Maria Rosa Sossai.
- The first room includes paintings, drawings, and monitors with past performances.
- Drawings were made with the left hand to create difficulty.
- Symbolic objects include a thick rope, red high-heeled shoes, and a neon sign.
- The second part features claustrophobic corridors, dark cells, and an enormous eye.
- Sounds include a ringing phone, metronome, and video audio.
- The video Olia shows Mondello's landscape and a threatening form on the beach.
Entities
Artists
- Monica Marioni
Institutions
- Artribune
Locations
- Conegliano Veneto
- Italy
- Caldogno
- Vicenza
- Capri
- Mondello