What We See Is Not What It Is, But What We Are
What remains of a sound once it has been heard? What remains of an image when we close our eyes? These are the questions asked in an exclusive collection of works by artist duo Bertozzi and Casoni. Curated by Raffaele Quattrone, What We See if Not What Is, But What We Are opens on Tuesday 15 April – World Contemporary Art Day – with a concert. The exhibition invites us to explore our realities through enigmatic sculptures displayed throughout Villa Igiea, itself becoming part of the narrative.
Palea exhibition by Jean Boghossian
Discover Jean Boghossian’s captivating solo exhibition, Palea, at the Cloister of the Church of San Domenico. In collaboration with Fondazione Sebastiano Tusa, this exhibition invites guests to explore Palermo’s rich heritage through the lens of contemporary art. A selection of these striking works will be displayed in Villa Igiea’s Foyer.
Celebrating Picasso in Palermo
Hosted amidst the storied setting of Palazzo dei Normanni, Europe’s oldest royal residence, comes an exhibition dedicated to Pablo Picasso, one of the greatest artists of the 20th century. Organised by Fondazione Federico II and in collaboration with the Pablo Picasso Art Museum in Münster, this special exhibition explores the intrinsic connection between the artist’s life and work and his continuous drive to reinvent himself. The exhibit’s 84 pieces, including ceramics, paintings, etchings, and aquatints, offer a unique insight into the autobiographical legacy of his art, and the complexities and contradictions this entails.
Discover the hidden history of Sicilian Matriarchy
Inspired by the iconic figure of Donna Franca Florio, whose charisma and elegance marked an era and brought life to Villa Igiea, the itinerary offers curated experiences to explore Palermo through the strength of its matriarchs.