Francesco Gennari reimagines matter itself as a metaphysical language to navigate the complexities of identity, memory, and existence. His multidisciplinary practice employs steel, marble, bronze, gold, and unconventional elements like mint syrup and orange peels to build a symbolic cosmos rooted in emotional and psychological self-portraiture. Gennari’s work goes beyond physical likeness, delving into introspective and poetic explorations of presence and time. Each carefully chosen material and form acts as a vessel for existential inquiry, inviting viewers into a contemplative space where the boundaries between self and universe dissolve. By merging minimal formal elements with rich symbolism, Gennari constructs immersive environments that echo themes of vulnerability, transformation, and the passage of life. His artistic language is at once personal and universal, creating profound meditations on human experience and emotional depth. Through this poetic and tactile approach, Gennari’s practice challenges conventional self-representation, opening up a dialogue about the metaphysical dimensions of being and the emotional landscapes that shape our understanding of existence. ...
Ciaccia Levi, Paris–Milan is a contemporary art gallery founded in 2013 by Nerina Ciaccia and Antoine Levi in the Belleville district of Paris. In 2020, the gallery relocated to a new space in the Marais–Arts & Métiers area, and in 2022, expanded internationally with the opening of a second venue in Milan.
From the outset, Ciaccia Levi has been committed to building a multilayered platform for visual culture, presenting the work of both emerging and established artists from around the world. The gallery focuses on thoughtful, concept-driven practices across a range of media, with a curatorial approach that values experimentation, dialogue, and long-term collaboration.
Ciaccia Levi is also a co-founder of Paris Internationale, an independent art fair that champions forward-thinking galleries and artists. Through its dual presence in Paris and Milan, the gallery continues to foster cross-cultural exchange and support ambitious contemporary art practices within and beyond traditional exhibition formats. ...
