Following in the footsteps of Quebec, the african continent and Luxembourg, it's time for Italy to take centre stage at the next revelations biennial.
From Carrara marble to Murano glass, from the semi-precious stones of Florence to the silk of Como and the coral of Naples, Italy has for thousands of years been the cradle of exceptional fine craftsmanship, attracting many architects, designers, collectors and luxury houses.
There are many different fine craft sectors in Italy, as varied as the regions that constitute the country, each with its own specificities and distinct techniques, reflecting its history and culture.
The Révélations biennial shakes things up by presenting the public with exceptional artworks specially created for the occasion. Innovative and astonishing, the unique pieces that will be unveiled reinvent these age-old traditions, combining ancestral know-how with a contemporary vision.
It is also a unique opportunity for Italy to shine a new light on its fine crafts, essential pillars of its economy, image, identity and heritage.
* La Saison Africa2020 est organisée et mise en œuvre par l’Institut français avec le soutien du ministère de l’Europe et des Affaires étrangères, du ministère de la Culture, du ministère de l’Éducation nationale, de la Jeunesse et des Sports et en partenariat avec l’Agence Française de Développement. La Saison bénéficie également du soutien du Comité des mécènes d’Africa2020.
