Piero Manzoni's Immersive Installations to Debut at Magazzino Italian Art in New York
From September 8, Magazzino Italian Art in New York will present 'Piero Manzoni: Total Space,' showcasing two immersive installations created by Manzoni in 1961 and realized in 2019: 'Stanza pelosa' (Hairy Room) and 'Stanza fosforescente' (Phosphorescent Room). These pieces, commissioned by Rosalia Pasqualino di Marineo, director of Fondazione Piero Manzoni, were designed by architect Stephanie Goto and are now permanently available to the public. Curated by Nicola Lucchi, the exhibition also features Achrome works and a replica of 'Base magica' (Magic Base). Lucchi noted Manzoni's significant impact on Arte Povera. Additionally, the exhibition will include conferences, book launches, and educational initiatives. In the 2025-2026 season, Magazzino will host a retrospective of Marinella Senatore.
Key facts
- Piero Manzoni conceived two immersive environments in 1961.
- The installations were unrealized until 2019.
- Rosalia Pasqualino di Marineo commissioned the works.
- Stephanie Goto designed the installations.
- The works debuted at Hauser & Wirth Los Angeles in 2019.
- The installations are now donated to Magazzino Italian Art.
- The exhibition opens September 8 at Magazzino Italian Art in New York.
- The show includes Achrome works and a copy of the 'Base magica'.
- Nicola Lucchi is the curator.
- Magazzino will host a Marinella Senatore retrospective in 2025-2026.
Entities
Artists
- Piero Manzoni
- Marinella Senatore
- Michelangelo Pistoletto
Institutions
- Fondazione Piero Manzoni
- Hauser & Wirth
- Magazzino Italian Art
- Artribune
- Italian Council
Locations
- Soncino
- Milan
- New York
- Los Angeles
- Cold Spring
- Hudson Valley
- United States
- North America