Senso Unico, opening at P.S.1 Contemporary Art Center on October 21, 2007, presents a selection of recognized Italian artists whose work has maintained a prominent presence in the international contemporary art world over the past decade. Installed in P.S.1’s First Floor Main Gallery and Basement Vault, Senso Unico takes an intimate look at the work of eight influential figures including Paola Pivi, Monica Bonvicini, Francesco Vezzoli, Paolo Canevari, Adrian Paci, and Pietro Roccasalva. Not defined by a particular artistic s... Read more
Senso Unico, opening at P.S.1 Contemporary Art Center on October 21, 2007, presents a selection of recognized Italian artists whose work has maintained a prominent presence in the international contemporary art world over the past decade. Installed in P.S.1’s First Floor Main Gallery and Basement Vault, Senso Unico takes an intimate look at the work of eight influential figures including Paola Pivi, Monica Bonvicini, Francesco Vezzoli, Paolo Canevari, Adrian Paci, and Pietro Roccasalva. Not defined by a particular artistic school or movement, these artists and their distinct oeuvre will be brought together for the first time in a presentation of outstanding talent from Italy. Central works in the exhibition include Paola Pivi’s magnificent yellow-feathered bear, originally presented at the 2007 Venice Biennale and recreated specially for P.S.1; the U.S. premiere of Francesco Vezzoli’s acclaimed MARLENE REDUX: A True Hollywood Story!, dramatically displayed in the P.S.1 vault; and the presentation of Bouncing Skull, the poetic and haunting video projection by Paolo Canevari. Anticipated works include Adrian Paci’s Vangelo secondo Pasolini painting series, as well as paintings and a site-specific installation by Pietro Roccasalva.
Senso Unico is a unique continuation of P.S.1’s long tradition of articulating key moments in contemporary Italian art. Previous group exhibitions include The Knot: Arte Povera (1981) and Minimalia: An Italian Vision in 20th Century Art (1999). Retrospectives of such individuals as Michelango Pistoletto (1989) and Massimo Bartolini (2001), in addition to the Italian Studio Program (2000/2002), have brought into focus both major Italian artists and emerging talents. Presenting Italy’s most vibrant and challenging work to the P.S.1 audience, Senso Unico will bring to light the nation’s extraordinary contributions to the contemporary art world.
