Leonardo Devito's sculpture "Minaccia Cavallo" showcases earthy terracotta tones and a tactile bas-relief technique, featuring a horse and a figure in a hat, with dynamic textures that convey depth. The subjects, rendered with intricate detail, suggest a dialogue between human and animal, evoking a sense of timelessness. Devito draws on Renaissance influences with an experimental twist, exploring the interaction of surface and depth. His work reflects a blend of historical reverence and modern sensibilities, aiming to create a personal iconography unbound by traditional constraints. ...
Leonardo Devito’s creative process draws on Renaissance references filtered through an underground, experimental sensibility. His paintings often begin with a single image that unfolds unpredictably, allowing the narrative to take shape organically. Rejecting iconic or rigid visual hierarchies, Devito frequently turns to childhood as a space of thematic clarity, building a personal iconography free from academic constraints. Alongside painting, he explores dimensionality through bas-relief, navigating the space between surface and depth. ...
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. ...
