Trapezio Gallery Opens in Bologna with Luigi Canè at the Helm
Trapezio Gallery, a new modern and contemporary art space, has opened in Bologna, replacing the former artist-run space Gelateria Sogni di Ghiaccio. The gallery is directed by Luigi Canè, who transitioned from the automotive industry in Modena after inheriting his father's art collection. The inaugural exhibition, 'Lo Sguardo Fuori' by Andrea Magnani, ran from February 1 to 18, 2024, featuring artists Théo van Breukelman, Magdaleno Marcu, Letizia Distante, and Gustavo Romeoni, selected for their original perspectives and contemplative poetics. Canè plans to follow with an open call for a more democratic exhibition, pairing emerging artists with works from his historical archive. He emphasizes free admission and a mission to support Italian craftsmanship and cultural revival.
Key facts
- Trapezio Gallery opened in Bologna, replacing Gelateria Sogni di Ghiaccio.
- The gallery is directed by Luigi Canè, formerly from the automotive industry in Modena.
- Canè inherited his father's art collection and decided to open a gallery to share it.
- The inaugural exhibition 'Lo Sguardo Fuori' by Andrea Magnani ran from February 1 to 18, 2024.
- Featured artists: Théo van Breukelman, Magdaleno Marcu, Letizia Distante, Gustavo Romeoni.
- An open call for artists is planned for future exhibitions.
- The gallery offers free admission and aims to support Italian craftsmanship.
- Canè sees parallels between automotive and art worlds, citing Dadaism and Futurism.
Entities
Artists
- Andrea Magnani
- Théo van Breukelman
- Magdaleno Marcu
- Letizia Distante
- Gustavo Romeoni
- Luigi Canè
Institutions
- Trapezio Gallery
- Gelateria Sogni di Ghiaccio
- Artribune
Locations
- Bologna
- Modena
- Italy