Shelagh Wakely Exhibition at Galleria Tiziana Di Caro in Naples
Galleria Tiziana Di Caro in Naples presents 'A different kind of reality', a solo exhibition of British artist Shelagh Wakely (1932–2011), curated by Paola Ugolini in collaboration with Richard Saltoun. The show features a selection of drawings and paintings from 1973 to 1990, highlighting Wakely's pioneering role in installation art and her creative process rooted in nature, phenomena, and freedom. Key works include 'This answer to happiness' (1973), 'The Remainders of a Dream' (1975), 'Two Handkerchiefs' (1975), 'Voices' (1985), and 'a second enchantment ‒ Gold' (1989-90). The exhibition runs at the gallery in Naples.
Key facts
- Shelagh Wakely is defined as a pioneer of installation art.
- Wakely was born in Madingley in 1932 and died in London in 2011.
- The exhibition is titled 'A different kind of reality'.
- The show is curated by Paola Ugolini.
- The exhibition is organized in collaboration with Richard Saltoun.
- Works on display date from 1973 to 1990.
- Notable works include 'This answer to happiness' (1973), 'The Remainders of a Dream' (1975), 'Two Handkerchiefs' (1975), 'Voices' (1985), and 'a second enchantment ‒ Gold' (1989-90).
- The exhibition is held at Galleria Tiziana Di Caro in Naples.
Entities
Artists
- Shelagh Wakely
Institutions
- Galleria Tiziana Di Caro
- Richard Saltoun
Locations
- Naples
- Italy
- Madingley
- London