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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Scuole di devozione
ScuOLA GRANDE DI SAN ROccO
San Polo, 3052
1-2 Actv San Tomà
Nata come confraternita di devozione dei Battuti nel 1478 e tra
le poche sopravvissute agli editti napoleonici del 1806.
La Scuola è oggi nota grazie anche allo straordinario ciclo pittorico
eseguito al suo interno da Jacopo Robusti, noto come il
Tintoretto.
Born as a Battuti devotion brotherhood in 1478, and among the few
to survive Napoleon’s 1806 edicts, the School is also known today due
to the wonderful painting cycle inside by Jacopo Robusti, known as
Tintoretto.
041 523.48.64 www.scuolagrandesanrocco.org
9.30 - 17.30 10,00 | 8,00
ScuOLA GRANDE DI SAN GIOvANNI EvANGELIStA
San Polo, 2454
1-2 Actv San Tomà
è una delle cinque grandi Scuole di devozione della città. Vi
si ammirano la facciata in stile gotico fiorito, lo scalone monumentale,
opera del Codussi, lo splendido salone di San Giovanni
e l’Oratorio della Croce con il prezioso reliquiario. Visita
secondo un calendario mensile.
It is one of the five great devotion Schools or guilds in town. One may
admire its floral Gothic façade, the monumental staircase by Codussi,
the splendid Saint John salon and Oratory of the Cross with its precious
reliquary. Visits according to a monthly calendar.
041 71.82.34 www.scuolasangiovanni.it
Visita guidata su prenotazione - Guided visit with reservation 10 | 8
ScuOLA GRANDE DEI cARMINI
Dorsoduro 2617 (Campo Carmini)
1 Actv - Ca’ Rezzonico
è l’ottava e ultima per fondazione tra quelle esistenti durante la
Repubblica Serenissima.
è nota per il suo ciclo pittorico composto da tele del Tiepolo, di
Giambattista Piazzetta e del Padovanino.
It is the eighth and last one founded, among the ones extant during
the Serene Republic.
It is known for its painting cycle, consisting of canvases by Tiepolo,
Giambattista Piazzetta and Padovanino.
041 528.94.20 www.scuolagrandecarmini.it
10.00 - 17.00 7,00 | 5,00
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