Success! We made it back to Catania yesterday and finally got to see the Burri and Fontana exhibit. Alberto Burri and Lucio Fontana are two of Italy's most influential artists of the 20th century. It's an interesting exhibit in a beautiful space. I loved the mingling of the bold, abstract pieces with the graceful, traditional surroundings.The Pallazo Valle underwent a dramatic renovation between 2004-2008. I also loved having Camille with us. She flitted back and forth between the windows overlooking the courtyard and the gallery spaces where she was drawn to the geometric designs and textures, especially the large slashes and holes that characterize their work. We kept our visit fairly short because that's what happens when you have a four year old companion, but plan on returning in the near future for a more detailed visit.If you can't make it to the show, here's a partial on-line tour. But really, like most things, it is so much better in person because you can see the textures, the size, and the beautiful gallery space. Here are the details for those in the local area:
Pallazo Valle, Catania, Sicily
8 euro entrance fee, 5 euro for English audio guide.
Free on Tuesdays and Friday evening (5-7pm).
Closed on Mondays
The exhibit is scheduled to end on March 14th
"She flitted back and forth between the windows overlooking the courtyard and the gallery spaces where she was drawn to the geometric designs".
You photo captures it perfectly.
I love the blue tone of the picture.
That picture of your daughter at the window is brilliant. You can really feel her excitement coming off the page.
Thanks for that link -- how fun to get to see it virtually. And that photo of your little one at the window is fabulous!
Wow! The photo of the little cherub at the window... looking out at the other window is just beautiful. Thanks for that lovely photographic treat.
Both so simple but so perfect.
Thank you for sharing the link to the video tour -- very cool!
very cool photos! what fun, to read of your adventures.
Sounds lovely! Sicily has been on my wish list for a while, but I never associated it with modern art. Interesting!
the exhibit sounds great, but wow that photo of your daughter at the window is incredible!
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