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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Musei Civici
MuSEO StORIcO NAvALE DELLA MARINA MILItARE
Riva S. Biasio, Castello 2148 |
1 Actv - Arsenale
Raccolta di cimeli della Serenissima e della Marina Militare Italiana.
Esposti modelli in scala, memorie storiche dell’Arsenale,
uniformi e stendardi oltre ad una collezione di conchiglie della
stilista Roberta di Camerino.
Attualmente aperto solo in sua sezione esterna.
A collection of memorabilia of the Serene Republic and the Italian
Navy. Scaled models, historic mementoes from the Arsenal, a
collection of uniforms and banners. A significant collection of shells
donated by designer Roberta di Camerino.
Only open currently in its outer section.
041 244.13.99 www.marina.difesa.it 10.00 | 7,50
11.00 - 18.00 Martedì | Tuesday
MuSEO DEL vEtRO - ISOLA DI MuRANO
fondamenta Giustinian 8 |
5.1-5.2 Actv - Museo
Con sede nell’antico palazzo dei Vescovi di Torcello presenta,
nelle sue sale di recente restaurate e riallestite, una vasta rassegna
storica del vetro muranese con importanti pezzi prodotti
tra il ‘400 e il ‘900, tra cui capolavori di rinomanza mondiale.
Based within the ancient Bishops’ palace at Torcello, it displays an extensive
historical collection of Murano glass in its recently renovated
and redesigned rooms, with major items from the 15th to the 20th
centuries, including world-famed masterpieces.
041 73 95 86 www.museovetro.visitmuve.it 10,00 | 7,50
10.00 - 18.00 (chiusura biglietteria un'ora prima)
10.00 - 20.00 (19) tutti i venerdì e sabato, lunedì 14 e martedì 15 agosto
MuSEO DEL MERLEttO - ISOLA DI BuRANO
Piazza Galuppi 187 |
12 Actv - Burano
Ospitato nella storica Scuola dei Merletti dell’isola, questo
museo documenta attraverso più di duecento rari e preziosi
esemplari e un archivio con documenti e disegni, l’evoluzione
della preziosa manifattura tessile sviluppata a Venezia tra il
Cinquecento e il Novecento.
Housed in the historic Lace-making School in Burano, the museum
documents the evolution of this priceless textile manufacturing,
which developed in Venice between the 16th and 20th centuries,
through more than two hundred rare and valuable examples and an
archive with documents and drawings.
041 73 00 34 www.museomerletto.visitmuve.it 5,00 | 3,50
10.00 - 17.00 Lunedì | Monday
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