Vittorio Valigi Opens Milan Studio with 'Flesh and Metal' Exhibition
Vittorio Valigi, a designer from Perugia born in 1996, invites the public to his H4X studio for the exhibition 'Flesh and Metal: A Prosthetic Decade,' which was initially showcased in November at Display Spazio. This event, aimed at raising funds for cancer research at Florence's Meyer Pediatric Hospital, includes works from NM3, Armature Globale, (AB)NORMAL, and Swedish Girls. Valigi, who underwent surgery a decade ago to replace a cancer-damaged femur with a prosthetic limb, delves into themes of pain and acceptance. Notable pieces include 'Fleshwelding' (2024), a 3D-printed sculpture, and 'RESEARCH TABLE' (2024), which presents cyborg philosophy. The exhibition is open by appointment until June 30, 2025, at H4X studio, Via Ennio 19/3, Milan.
Key facts
- Vittorio Valigi opens his H4X studio in Milan for the first time with 'Flesh and Metal: A Prosthetic Decade'.
- The exhibition was previewed in November at Display Spazio with a text by Giulia Giudici.
- The project supports cancer research fundraising for Florence's Meyer Pediatric Hospital.
- Valigi underwent femur replacement surgery ten years ago due to cancer.
- The exhibition includes collaborations with NM3, Armature Globale, (AB)NORMAL, and Swedish Girls.
- 'Fleshwelding' (2024) is a 3D-printed replica of Valigi's prosthesis fused with a Kukri knife blade.
- The show runs until June 30, 2025, at H4X studio, Via Ennio 19/3, Milan, by appointment.
- The exhibition explores invisible disabilities, cyborg culture, and post-human perspectives.
Entities
Artists
- Vittorio Valigi
- Giulia Giudici
- Yoshihiro Nishimura
- R. Braidotti
- E. Thacker
Institutions
- H4X studio
- Display Spazio
- Ospedale Pediatrico Meyer
- NM3
- Armature Globale
- (AB)NORMAL
- Swedish Girls
- Artribune
Locations
- Perugia
- Italy
- Milan
- Florence
- Via Ennio 19/3