Patrizia Sandretto Re Rebaudengo Opens Arts Complex on Venetian Island
The island of San Giacomo in Paludo, spanning 130,000 square feet and located a 20-minute boat ride from Venice's historic center, has been reimagined as an arts complex by Italian collector Patrizia Sandretto Re Rebaudengo. This marks Venice as the third exhibition venue for her foundation, which celebrated its 30th anniversary last year in Turin. The newly renovated island will open on May 7 during the preview of the 61st Venice Biennale, featuring "Fanfare/Lament," a solo exhibition by British multimedia artist Matt Copson, alongside a group show showcasing highlights from the foundation's collection. Sandretto Re Rebaudengo expressed that Venice has always been a dream destination for her, recalling her first exhibition at the 46th Venice Biennale in 1995. Featured works include a massive silver rocket, a fluorescent pink tree titled "Old Tree (Pink Seas)" by Pamela Rosenkranz, and a neon sign stating "PATRIARCHY = CO2."
Key facts
- Island of San Giacomo in Paludo transformed into arts complex by Patrizia Sandretto Re Rebaudengo
- 130,000-square-foot island is 20 minutes by boat from Venice's historic center
- Venice is the third exhibition hub for her Turin-based foundation
- Foundation celebrated its 30th anniversary last year
- Opens May 7 during the 61st Venice Biennale preview
- Opening shows: Matt Copson solo 'Fanfare/Lament' and group exhibition from foundation collection
- Sandretto Re Rebaudengo's first show was during the 46th Venice Biennale in 1995
- Site includes works by Pamela Rosenkranz and a neon sign reading 'PATRIARCHY = CO2'
Entities
Artists
- Patrizia Sandretto Re Rebaudengo
- Matt Copson
- Pamela Rosenkranz
Institutions
- Sandretto Re Rebaudengo Foundation
- Venice Biennale
Locations
- San Giacomo in Paludo
- Venice
- Italy
- Turin