For an exhibition running until March, the Gagosian gallery brings together two major figures of 20th-century art, the British sculptor Henry Moore and the Italian architect Curzio Malaparte.
An endless staircase carved into the rock, overlooking the vast expanse of the sea. Instantly recognizable, the Villa Malaparte has left an indelible mark on the minds of architecture enthusiasts of the last century. An icon we owe to Curzio Malaparte, whose real name was Kurt Erich Suckert. In addition to conceiving this Mediterranean gem, the Italian also designed its furnishings. These same furnishings have been given a new lease on life by one of the architect's descendants, Tommaso Rositani Suckert, who wished to reproduce them. These pieces can be seen in an exhibition in Paris, at the Gagosian Gallery's branch at 9 rue de Castiglione. The console, console table, and desk on display are crafted from the same materials as the original pieces, ensuring the utmost fidelity. These materials include glass, tufa stone, and walnut.
© Malaparte / Photo: Dariusz Jasak
© The Henry Moore Foundation / Photo: Prudence Cuming Associates Ltd / Courtesy Gagosian
Each creation depicts a distinct universe, which is here placed in dialogue with small-scale bronze sculptures by Henry Miller, a major figure in modern sculpture. Reclining Figure (1945) and Seated Woman Holding Child (1982) are displayed on the famous furniture, highlighting their connection to their surroundings. This relationship is further explored through the British artist's works on paper, such as Women Winding Wool (1949), and studies for three-dimensional pieces like Two Sculptural Ideas (circa 1984), which are also on display. Beyond the unexpected pleasure of seeing two giants coexist through their respective art forms, the exhibition illuminates both artists' affinity for abstract and organic forms.
And for those who would not have enough, another piece of furniture from the Casa Malaparte can be discovered on the second floor of the gallery, located at 4, rue de Ponthieu, until March 27, 2025.
“MOORE AND MALAPARTE: RHYTHM AND FORM” GAGOSIAN PARIS
9, RUE DE CASTIGLIONE, PARIS 1ER
UNTIL MARCH 27, 2025
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