Pistoletto smashes 23 mirrors in Paris streaming performance
Michelangelo Pistoletto will destroy 23 mirrors during a live performance streamed from VNH Gallery in Paris, part of the exhibition 'Respect. Art, Education, Politics' opening October 20, 2016. The show, organized by VNH Gallery in collaboration with Galleria Continua, includes historical works from 1975 such as 'Raggi di Persone' and 'La Conferenza'. A conversation with curator Hans-Ulrich Obrist will explore the concept of 'respect'. The performance begins at 6 p.m. and is part of FIAC 2016's Gallery Night. The shattered mirrors will reveal the word 'Respect' in multiple languages.
Key facts
- Michelangelo Pistoletto performs live from VNH Gallery, Paris
- Performance involves destroying 23 mirrors to reveal 'Respect' in various languages
- Part of exhibition 'Respect. Art, Education, Politics'
- Exhibition runs October 20 – December 23, 2016
- Organized by VNH Gallery and Galleria Continua
- Includes historical works from 1975: 'Raggi di Persone' and 'La Conferenza'
- Conversation with curator Hans-Ulrich Obrist on 'respect'
- Event is part of FIAC 2016 Gallery Night
Entities
Artists
- Michelangelo Pistoletto
- Hans-Ulrich Obrist
Institutions
- VNH Gallery
- Galleria Continua
- FIAC
- Artribune
Locations
- Paris
- France