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Italian Cultural Institute presents The Still Life: 18th-century Neapolitan Nativity Scenes and Painting by Gherardo Noce Benigni Olivieri

The Italian Cultural Institute, in collaboration with the Loyola University Museum of Art, will present a lecture on The Still Life: 18th-century Neapolitan Nativity Scenes and Painting by Gherardo Noce Benigni Olivieri. Author Gherardo Noce Benigni Olivieri will present his book, which explores an aspect of art that has previously been neglected by art dealers, historians and critics: the close relationship that has always … Continued

After Mantova, Milan and Bologna, Corraini’s bookshop arrives in Turin

Corraini Lingotto, the new bookshop of the Pinacoteca Giovanni e Marella Agnelli (www.pinacoteca-agnelli.it) in Turin, opened to much fanfare on November 8th. Offering a vast selection of publications on art, design, architecture and illustration, both Italian and foreign, the shop also has a special section dedicated to children’s books, and in particular artist’s books for children. Art and design objects and home items will … Continued

OFFICINE SAFFI AT SOFA CHICAGO

At this past weekend’s SOFA CHICAGO, first time exhibitors Officine Saffi were very excited to learn that they had been awarded the LongHouse Reserve Special Recognition Award for best Artwork for Arnold Annen’s bowls made from Limoges porcelain. Annen’s pieces were part of an exhibit titled Whiteness, exemplifying the pureness and simplicity of the color white, presented by the Milan-based gallery and workshop. Other … Continued

Viola Di Grado at the Italian Cultural Institute

The Italian Cultural Institute in Chicago will present70% Acrylic 30% Wool, a novel by Viola Di Grado (Europa Editions, translated by Michael Reynolds) on Monday, October 28th, 6:00 PM. The author will sign books following the presentation and a reception will follow. Viola Di Grado was born in Catania, Italy, in 1988. Her first book, 70% Acrylic 30% Wool, was the winner of the … Continued

Comedy, Italian Style at the 49th Chicago International Film Festival

Opening October 10, this year’s Chicago International Film Festival celebrates Italian cinema with Comedy, Italian Style, a look back at beloved comedies covering five decades. The films includeAmarcord, Bread and Tulips and Divorce, Italian Style. Several contemporary Italian films will also be screened as part of the festival. Directors Dario Argento (Dracula 3D) and Roberto Ando (Viva La Liberta`) are scheduled to attend screenings … Continued

The Black Sheep by Ascanio Celestini

Recently translated into English, The Black Sheep by Ascanio Celestini recounts the four years he spent traveling through Italy visiting psychiatric hospitals. He listened to and recorded stories told by nurses, doctors, and patients. The result is a powerful and fascinating read about the treatment of mental illness and the mentally ill. For the Italian edition, please visit: www.einaudi.it/libri/libro/ascanio-celestini/la-pecora-nera/978880618401 For the English translation, please visit: www.openroadmedia.com/the-black-sheep1

Explore the world of music at Mondomusica

The international exhibition Mondomusica (the world of music) lives up to its name, encompassing not only handcrafted musical instruments, but all things related to music. Of note are publishers of music scores and books. Italian publishers at this year’s edition include Edizioni Curci, Volonte` & Co, and Zecchini Editore. In 2012, Italy ranked 5th (following Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada and France) with 3.68% … Continued

Happy birthday! Corraini celebrates 40 years with an exhibition.

Art gallery/publisher Corraini is celebrating its 40th anniversary with an exhibition at its eponymous contemporary art gallery. Objects, paintings, drawings, documents, and books drawn from its archives illustrate Corraini’s story, a tale intertwining art, design, and publishing. The exhibit runs through November 24. Galleria Corraini – Via Ippolito Nievo 7a, Mantova, Italy www.corraini.com

Corraini presents Bruno Munari and Friends at NY Art Book Fair

The Italian artist and designer Bruno Munari worked in many fields of the visual arts, and he was a leading figure in art books. New Yorkers will have an opportunity to view his work and that of other artists, in an exhibition presented by Edizioni Corraini during the 8th annual NY Art Book Fair (September 20-22). Housed in the courtyard dome at MoMA PS1, … Continued

Journalist Aldo Cazzullo’s first novel translated into English

Award-winning Italian journalist Aldo Cazzullo’s first novel, My Soul Is Wherever You Are, has been translated into English and is now available as an e-book from Open Road Integrated Media. First published in Italian by Mondadori in 2011, the novel has been described as “a gripping noir and a moving love story … that embodies the tone and traditions of modern Italy.” Cazzullo had … Continued

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  • The Bologna Children’s Books Fair will turn digital

    April 8

    The organizers (Ente Fiera) of the Bologna Children’s Book Fair announced on April 9th the cancellation of the 58th physical edition of the Expo, including the Licensing Trade Fair and the first Bologna BookPlus, expected for April 14 to 17 (2021) in order to stop the spreading of the Coronavirus. But the show must go on. In fact, according to Publishing Perspectives, the exhibition … Continued