Nedko Solakov's 'The Artist-Collector's Dream' at Galleria Continua
Bulgarian artist Nedko Solakov, born in 1957, has opened a new exhibition called 'The Artist-Collector's Dream (a nice thing)' at Galleria Continua in San Gimignano. The exhibit features works from 19 contemporary artists, many sourced from Solakov's collection through exchanges with fellow art enthusiasts. Inspired by his earlier 2008 piece, he aims to highlight each artist's contributions while showcasing variations in dimensions and thought processes within the works. Solakov, who considers himself a 'producer/conductor,' also emphasizes the narratives behind the art. He expressed hope that attendees will find joy in the exhibition as society continues to heal post-pandemic.
Key facts
- Nedko Solakov was born in 1957 in Cherven Briag, Bulgaria.
- The exhibition 'The Artist-Collector's Dream (a nice thing)' is at Galleria Continua in San Gimignano.
- The show features 19 contemporary artists, many from Solakov's personal collection.
- The exhibition is based on Solakov's 2008 installation 'Some Nice Things to Enjoy While You Are Not Making a Living.'
- Solakov and his wife have built their collection mainly through exchanges with artist friends and galleries.
- Artists in the collection include Jimmie Durham, Thomas Hirschhorn, Roman Ondak, the Kabakovs, Karin Sander, Ceal Floyer, Emily Jacir, Yoshitomo Nara, and Raymond Pettibon.
- Solakov mentions exchanges with Daniel Buren, Emilia and Ilya Kabakov, Erwin Wurm, and Gelitin.
- The exhibition was created during the Coronavirus emergency.
Entities
Artists
- Nedko Solakov
- Jimmie Durham
- Thomas Hirschhorn
- Roman Ondak
- Emilia Kabakov
- Ilya Kabakov
- Karin Sander
- Ceal Floyer
- Emily Jacir
- Yoshitomo Nara
- Raymond Pettibon
- Daniel Buren
- Erwin Wurm
- Gelitin
- Claudia Santeroni
Institutions
- Galleria Continua
- Artribune
Locations
- San Gimignano
- Italy
- Cherven Briag
- Bulgaria