San Marino opens first modern art gallery in historic center
On July 7, the Galleria d'Arte Moderna opened its doors at the Logge dei Volontari, commemorating a decade since the San Marino Historic Centre was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. In collaboration with Museo MA*GA from Gallarate, the exhibition showcases pieces from the Biennali (1956-1967) featuring prominent Italian artists such as Renato Guttuso and Maurizio Cattelan. The gallery consists of three exhibition rooms and a collection of historical documents. Secretary of State Marco Podeschi revealed intentions to create new cultural venues, including one focused on numismatics, alongside plans for the upcoming Biennale dei Giovani Artisti dell'Europa e del Mediterraneo. Residents are optimistic that this gallery will enhance the local cultural landscape.
Key facts
- First modern art gallery in San Marino opened at Logge dei Volontari in the capital's historic center.
- Project realized in synergy with Museo MA*GA of Gallarate.
- Collection based on Biennali held between 1956 and 1967.
- Inauguration on July 7, tenth anniversary of UNESCO listing of San Marino Historic Centre, Borgo Maggiore, and Monte Titano.
- Marco Podeschi announced candidacy for Biennale dei Giovani Artisti dell'Europa e del Mediterraneo.
- Collection includes works by Renato Guttuso, Emilio Vedova, Sandro Chia, Enzo Cucchi, Corrado Cagli, Giuseppe Spagnulo, Enzo Mari, and Luigi Ontani.
- Archive holds documents on local artists, Biennali, and anthological exhibitions.
- 1991 exhibition Provoc'arte curated by Roberto Daolio featured Maurizio Cattelan.
Entities
Artists
- Renato Guttuso
- Emilio Vedova
- Sandro Chia
- Enzo Cucchi
- Corrado Cagli
- Giuseppe Spagnulo
- Enzo Mari
- Luigi Ontani
- Roberto Daolio
- Maurizio Cattelan
Institutions
- Galleria d'Arte Moderna di San Marino
- Museo MA*GA di Gallarate
- UNESCO
- Biennale dei Giovani Artisti dell'Europa e del Mediterraneo
- Artribune
Locations
- San Marino
- Logge dei Volontari
- San Marino Historic Centre
- Borgo Maggiore
- Monte Titano
- Galleria Ferroviaria il Montale
- Gallarate
- Italia