Intervista al gallerista di frontiera che ha aperto il suo spazio a Vasto in Abruzzo
Sangallo Fine Art, a modern art gallery located in Vasto, Abruzzo, Italy, is profiled in an interview with its founder Giorgio di Michele Marisi. The gallery, born from a chance encounter and a passion for 20th-century art, has carved out a distinctive space in the periphery of the art world. It is currently presenting the exhibition "Permanenza della materia espansa" (2026), curated by Lorenzo Madaro, which exemplifies its commitment to critical rediscovery and experimental display. Despite being geographically distant from traditional art hubs, the gallery has built a loyal clientele of knowledgeable collectors and international buyers, relying on direct relationships and participation in art fairs.
This story matters because it challenges the conventional geography of the art system, demonstrating that a gallery operating in a region not considered a cultural or market center can thrive through rigorous research, strong work ethics, and a clear curatorial vision. It highlights the paradox of Abruzzo, a region that produced major international artists like Mario Ceroli, Nunzio, and Ettore Spalletti, yet is often overlooked today. The gallery's success offers a model for how peripheral spaces can become privileged vantage points, fostering meaningful dialogue with both local and global audiences.