Nico Vascellari's 'Falena' Donated to MAXXI and Triennale Milano
The golden scythe sculpture 'Falena,' created by Nico Vascellari, has been gifted to MAXXI in Rome and Triennale Milano. Initially unveiled during 'Il Mare a Milano' in the summer of 2022, the artwork consists of over one hundred gold-plated scythes arranged in a radial pattern, creating a sun with a 2.5-meter diameter that operates on solar energy. The title alludes to the moth (falena), embodying the dualities that are pivotal to Vascellari's art. In Rome, the installation is scheduled for April 3, 2023, at 7 PM, with free entry. The ceremony in Milan will take place on April 14, with the sculpture available for public viewing starting April 15, alongside a discussion featuring Vascellari at 7 PM.
Key facts
- Nico Vascellari's 'Falena' donated to MAXXI Rome and Triennale Milano
- Over one hundred gold-plated scythes arranged radially on five levels
- Two-faced sun sculpture, 2.5 meters in diameter, solar-powered
- First presented in summer 2022 at 'Il Mare a Milano' in Darsena
- Rome presentation: April 3, 2023, 7 PM, museum lobby, free access
- Milan ceremony: April 14 (miart weekend), outdoor display from April 15
- Conversation on April 15 with Vascellari, Gullì, Politi, Seganfreddo
- Vascellari previously won Premio per la Giovane Arte Italiana in 2007 with 'Revenge'
Entities
Artists
- Nico Vascellari
- Andy Warhol
- Franco Angeli
- Enzo Mari
Institutions
- MAXXI
- Triennale Milano
- glo™ for art
- Codalunga
- Artribune
Locations
- Rome
- Milan
- Darsena
- Italy