Un Ospite di Venezia - Settembre 2023
Julio Larraz: The Allegory of Dream Painting Dreams: Julio Larraz and the Art of Imagination Introduction Julio Larraz, the renowned Cuban artist, approaches art as a journey into the realm of dreams and visions. His work is not merely material; it's an anticipation of what could be. This striking perspective is reflected in "Summer Ice," a piece that captures imagination and opens the doors to a dreamlike universe. In this issue, we will delve into his world through the canvases exhibited in the "The Allegory of Dream" showcase in Venice, and through the discerning eyes of Contini Arte gallery. A Temple of Contemporary Art Contini Arte is far more than a simple art gallery. Founded and directed by Stefano Contini, this institution stands as a beacon in the realm of contemporary art. With its main location on Calle Larga XXII Marzo, the gallery showcases a modernist building that stands among international icons. Beyond this, Contini Arte boasts four additional venues, including an exhibition space in Cortina d'Ampezzo. Stefano Contini's passion and decades-long experience have transformed him into a modern "art merchant," curating works by masters like Fernando Botero, Pablo Atchugarry, Julio Larraz, and many others. Julio Larraz: The Allegory of Dream Taking the spotlight is the captivating retrospective dedicated to Julio Larraz, an artist whose realistic and refined brushwork has defined Caribbean art. Larraz captures imagination through canvases that oscillate between allegory and dream. "The Allegory of Dream" showcases artworks that evoke fantastical worlds and dreamlike visions. Larraz paints the future before it even materializes in the present, and this exhibition invites the audience to wander through his enchanting creations. Conclusions Julio Larraz continues to mesmerize the art world with his unique perspective. "The Allegory of Dream" exhibition offers an extraordinary opportunity to immerse oneself in his vision and get lost in the intersection between reality and imagination. Thanks to Contini Arte, this journey into contemporary art is made possible, and the legacy of Venice's "art merchants" lives on through Stefano Contini's passion.
Julio Larraz: The Allegory of Dream
Painting Dreams: Julio Larraz and the Art of Imagination
Introduction
Julio Larraz, the renowned Cuban artist, approaches art as a journey into the realm of dreams and visions. His work is not merely material; it's an anticipation of what could be. This striking perspective is reflected in "Summer Ice," a piece that captures imagination and opens the doors to a dreamlike universe. In this issue, we will delve into his world through the canvases exhibited in the "The Allegory of Dream" showcase in Venice, and through the discerning eyes of Contini Arte gallery.
A Temple of Contemporary Art
Contini Arte is far more than a simple art gallery. Founded and directed by Stefano Contini, this institution stands as a beacon in the realm of contemporary art. With its main location on Calle Larga XXII Marzo, the gallery showcases a modernist building that stands among international icons. Beyond this, Contini Arte boasts four additional venues, including an exhibition space in Cortina d'Ampezzo. Stefano Contini's passion and decades-long experience have transformed him into a modern "art merchant," curating works by masters like Fernando Botero, Pablo Atchugarry, Julio Larraz, and many others.
Julio Larraz: The Allegory of Dream
Taking the spotlight is the captivating retrospective dedicated to Julio Larraz, an artist whose realistic and refined brushwork has defined Caribbean art. Larraz captures imagination through canvases that oscillate between allegory and dream. "The Allegory of Dream" showcases artworks that evoke fantastical worlds and dreamlike visions. Larraz paints the future before it even materializes in the present, and this exhibition invites the audience to wander through his enchanting creations.
Conclusions
Julio Larraz continues to mesmerize the art world with his unique perspective. "The Allegory of Dream" exhibition offers an extraordinary opportunity to immerse oneself in his vision and get lost in the intersection between reality and imagination. Thanks to Contini Arte, this journey into contemporary art is made possible, and the legacy of Venice's "art merchants" lives on through Stefano Contini's passion.
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VenezIa e Il turIsmo sostenIbIle
Venezia è una città unica al mondo, sito UNESCO
Patrimonio Mondiale dell’Umanità, e rappresenta
un bene culturale e naturale di eccezionale valore
che esige di essere preservato e trasmesso
alle generazioni future.
#EnjoyRespectVenezia è la campagna di sensibilizzazione
della Città di Venezia promossa per
orientare i visitatori verso l'adozione di comportamenti
rispettosi dell'ambiente, del paesaggio,
delle bellezze artistiche e dell’identità di Venezia e
dei suoi abitanti.
Le 12 pratiche per il visitatore responsabile
• Scopri i tesori nascosti di Venezia nei luoghi
meno frequentati per apprezzarne l’eccezionale
bellezza.
• Esplora le isole della laguna e la Venezia di terraferma
e partecipa agli eventi diffusi in città.
• Assaggia i prodotti locali e i piatti tipici della
cucina veneziana.
• Visita le botteghe artigiane degli antichi mestieri.
Scegli prodotti originali e non acquistare merci
da venditori abusivi.
• Prenota visite con guide e accompagnatori
turistici abilitati.
• Cammina a destra, non sostare sui ponti, non
condurre cicli neanche a mano.
• I monumenti, gli scalini di chiese, ponti, pozzi, le
rive non sono aree pic-nic. Approfitta dei giardini
pubblici per il ristoro, consulta la mappa
nel sito www.veneziaunica.it
• L’area di Piazza San Marco è un sito monumentale,
non è consentito sostare al di fuori degli
spazi previsti per consumare cibi o bevande.
• Venezia è una città d’arte: non è consentito il
bivacco o il campeggio, né circolare a torso
nudo, tuffarsi e nuotare. Per le spiagge, visita
Lido e Pellestrina.
• Rispetta l’ambiente e i beni d’arte: non abbandonare
rifiuti, non imbrattare con scritte, disegni
o lucchetti, non dar da mangiare ai colombi.
• Se alloggi in appartamento, fai la raccolta
differenziata.
• Pianifica il tuo viaggio e scegli di visitare Venezia
quando è meno affollata.
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Venice and a susTainable TourisM
Venice is the only city of its type in the world
and a UNESCO World Heritage Site representing
a cultural and natural asset of exceptional value,
demanding its preservation and transmission to
future generations.
#EnjoyRespectVenezia is the City of Venice’s
awareness campaign launched during the International
Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development
and designed to direct visitors towards
the adoption of responsible and respectful
behaviour towards the environment, landscape,
artistic beauties and identity of Venice and its
inhabitants.
12 good rules for the responsible visitor
Discover the hidden treasures of Venice in the
least visited places to appreciate Venice’s exceptional
beauty.
Explore the islands in the lagoon and Mainland
Venice, participate in events spread throughout
the Metropolitan City.
Taste the local products and typical Venetian
cuisine.
Visit the artisans’ workshops and learn about
the ancient trades that still exist today in Venice.
Choose only original products and do not buy
any goods from illegal vendors.
Book tours with qualified tourist guides.
Walk on the right, do not stand at any time on
bridges, do not even lead bikes by hand.
Steps of churches, bridges, wells, monuments
and banks of streams, canals etc. are not picnic
areas. Please use the public gardens for this
necessity. consult www.veneziaunica.it
St. Mark’s Square is a monumental site and
excluding pertinent bars and restaurants, it is
forbidden to stand at any time in order to consume
food or drink.
Venice is a city of art: it is forbidden to camp,
walk about in swimwear, dive and swim. The
beaches at Lido and Pellestrina can be easily
reached.
Respect the environment and artistic wealth: do
not litter, do not vandalize with graffiti. Do not
give food to the pigeons.
If you are staying in an apartment or flat, please
get informed about the garbage recycling
collection.
Plan your trip and choose to visit Venice when it
is less crowded.
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