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Venice Biennale 2024

Anna Maria Maiolino and Nil Yalter Crowned with Golden Lions at Venice Biennale 2024

At the prestigious 60th International Art Exhibition of the Venice Biennale, the esteemed Golden Lions for Lifetime Achievement were bestowed upon two remarkable artists, symbolizing the transcendent power of art to transcend borders and inspire across cultures.  One of the recipients of this illustrious honour is the Brazilian artist Anna Maria Maiolino, whose Italian lineage […]

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The Venice Biennale: Origin and History of an Evolutionary Exhibition Model

In the enchanting embrace of Venice’s winding canals and timeless architecture, a flame of inspiration ignited within the hearts of its citizens. Mayor Riccardo Selvatico, a man enamoured with the arts, successfully persuaded the city council to embark on a grand endeavour – creating a Biennale celebrating Italy’s finest artistic talents. Initially scheduled for 1894,

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Decolonizing Perspectives: The 2024 Venice Biennale Challenges Artistic and Institutional Norms

Introduction As the 2024 Venice Biennale winds down its professional preview days, the global art community has been engrossed in the complexity and audacity of this year’s main exhibition, “Stranieri Ovunque – Foreigners Everywhere,” curated by the Adriano Pedrosa. The expansive showcase has not only stretched the boundaries of traditional viewing but has also posed

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