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The wacky Italians have done it again. Gio Ponti: Furnished Settings and Figuration. An art and furniture show in Los Angeles.
by Anonymous
March 31, 2004 -- The ACME Gallery (Los Angeles) and Peter Loughrey are are pleased to announce a special exhibition on of the Italian architect/designer Gio Ponti (1891–1979). This show is co-curated by Peter Loughrey and Chip Tom at the Acme Gallery.
The exhibition is comprised of selected pieces by Ponti created during his apex (mid to late 1950's). Complementing the furniture will be examples of both modern and contemporary figurative paintings, drawings, and collages. This configuration underscores Gio Ponti's abilities as a figurative painter as well as a world class architect.
Ponti began his long, remarkable career as a painter in the early 1900's and later developed into one of the best known architects and designers of the last century. Ponti frequently included his own paintings in the domestic settings he created. His reputation for his furniture continues to grow in stature due to the excellent and innovative design and fine craftsmanship. The exhibit will present strong examples of his tables, chairs, cabinets and beds with headboards that include shelves.
Installed within the domestically-scaled settings will be specifically selected paintings, drawings, and collages by artists from Picasso, Max Beckmann, and Joseph Cornell to contemporary artists such as Micaela Amato, Billy Sullivan, Patty Wickman, Kurt Kauper, Tim Gardner and others.
Show is open Tues - Saturday (March 30th - May 1st) at the ACME Gallery (5160 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles).
Contact: Peter Loughrey 323.904.1950
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