Piacenza's 'Sul Guardare' Cycle Explores Gaze Through Carol Rama, Berlinde De Bruyckere, Andrea Sala
XNL Piacenza, under the auspices of the Fondazione di Piacenza e Vigevano, unveils two new segments of the exhibition series 'Sul Guardare' (On Looking), curated by Paola Nicolin. This series features a collaborative exhibition showcasing the works of Berlinde De Bruyckere (b. 1964) and Carol Rama (1913–2015), alongside a solo presentation by Andrea Sala (b. 1976). Notably, the De Bruyckere-Rama display includes the early 16th-century wooden sculpture 'Dolente' by Giovanni Angelo Del Maino, delving into themes of pain, resilience, and vulnerability. Additionally, Sala’s inaugural institutional solo exhibition in Italy presents delicate sculptures and liturgical items, underscoring the significance of contemporary art for younger audiences.
Key facts
- XNL Piacenza presents two new chapters of 'Sul Guardare' cycle.
- Exhibitions feature Berlinde De Bruyckere, Carol Rama, and Andrea Sala.
- Joint show revolves around Giovanni Angelo Del Maino's sculpture 'Dolente'.
- 'Dolente' is from the Church of Sant'Eufemia, early 16th century.
- Centro Conservazione e Restauro La Venaria Reale studied the sculpture.
- Carol Rama's works include engravings altered with watercolors or nail polish.
- Berlinde De Bruyckere has a solo show at Abbey of San Giorgio Maggiore, Venice.
- Andrea Sala's solo show is his first at an Italian institution.
- Sala's works include gourds with glass or enameled copper.
- Manuel Ferrari of Diocese of Piacenza-Bobbio contributed to Sala's exhibition.
Entities
Artists
- Berlinde De Bruyckere
- Carol Rama
- Giovanni Angelo Del Maino
- Andrea Sala
- Franco Masoero
Institutions
- XNL Piacenza
- Fondazione di Piacenza e Vigevano
- Centro Conservazione e Restauro La Venaria Reale
- Abbazia di San Giorgio Maggiore
- Palazzo Vescovile
- Diocese of Piacenza-Bobbio
- Ufficio Beni Culturali Ecclesiastici della Diocesi di Piacenza-Bobbio
- Artribune
Locations
- Piacenza
- Italy
- Gand
- Ghent
- Belgium
- Turin
- Torino
- Como
- Venice
- Venezia
- Canada
- Milano
- Catania