Arte e Poesia

Tornabuoni Art Paris opens 2023 with an exhibition dedicated to the relationship between art and poetry, examining the case of Giuseppe Ungaretti on the 110th anniversary of his arrival in Paris. The exhibition features works by contemporary artists and an extensive catalog with critical texts by Ungaretti. Ungaretti's career encompassed various genres, and the exhibition explores his analysis of art through original manuscripts and first editions.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 13 March 2023
Publisher: Forma Edizioni

Tornabuoni Art Paris inaugurates its 2023 season with an exhibition dedicated to the profound interplay between art and poetry, delving into the captivating case of Giuseppe Ungaretti, marking the 110th anniversary of his arrival in the enchanting city of Paris, a pivotal moment in his illustrious literary career. The comprehensive catalogue, penned by Alexandra Zingone, a renowned literary critic and curator of the exhibition, offers a comprehensive analysis of the art of the past century, embracing a global perspective while considering the ongoing and dynamic dialogue between diverse figures within the cultural realm.

Through insightful passages from critical texts by Ungaretti himself, as an interpreter of art, the volume traverses the exhibition, showcasing a diverse array of contemporary artists' works, including Giacomo Balla, Alberto Burri, Giuseppe Capogrossi, Carlo Carrà, Giorgio de Chirico, Piero Dorazio, and many others. Throughout his diverse and multidisciplinary career, Ungaretti indefatigably explored various genres, such as Futurism, Metaphysical, Informalism, Socialist Realism, and Expressionism of the Roman School.

The exhibition unfolds around the poet's remarkable pieces, presented in various forms, including original manuscripts and first editions. Accompanying the volume is an extensive iconographic and archival apparatus, designed to guide the reader on a journey of discovery, unveiling a virtuous exemplar of the enduring connections between literature and the visual arts.

Dimension: 300 x 240 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9788855211161