Conference series on Contemporary Art and Mosaics | MAR

Conference of Fabio De Chirico and presentation of the book”Il mosaico contemporaneo opere della Collezione Farnesina”
Date: 27 October 2022
Timetable: at 5 pm

By examining the mosaics in the Farnesina Collection and through a series of close-ups on works produced in Italy, this volume traces the recent history and some of the ups and downs associated with the mosaic technique—a craft with ancient origins that is currently enjoying a resurgence of interest from the most prominent figures in contemporary visual culture, beginning with the recognition of its linguistic autonomy as a distinct expressive medium.
The many facets that characterise contemporary mosaics, used both as a versatile conceptual device and in a wide range of stylistic forms (from design to public art), confirm the vitality of a technique which, beyond its expressive potential, is characterised by environmental resilience and durability, making it highly adaptable to the most diverse contexts.