Marisa Merz Retrospective to Span Three Italian Museums, Celebrating Her Centenary
A major retrospective celebrating the centenary of Marisa Merz, a prominent figure in Italy's Arte Povera movement, is set to take place across three institutions in Turin, Italy. The exhibition, titled 'Marisa Merz – The Dance of the Hours,' will be hosted by the Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art (GAM), the Fondazione Merz, and the Castello di Rivoli. This comprehensive showcase will feature never-before-seen works alongside highlights from Merz's previous exhibitions, including her acclaimed U.S. retrospective in 2017. The exhibitions will explore various aspects of Merz's artistic practice, which includes her 'Living Sculptures' made from aluminum and other materials. The retrospective aims to highlight Merz's unique contribution to the Arte Povera movement, emphasizing her exploration of the metaphysical nature of space and her use of diverse materials.