Matías Duville will represent Argentina at the 61st Venice Biennale in 2026 with a site-specific installation titled *Monitor Yin Yang*, transforming the Argentina Pavilion into a walkable landscape made of salt and charcoal. The work expands drawing into a spatial, sonic, and time-based experience, inspired by the natural environments of Mar del Plata and Patagonia. Duville discusses his approach in an interview with ArtReview, noting how early encounters with vast territories and geological time continue to shape his practice, and how the project relates to the Biennale's theme, *In Minor Keys*, by focusing on subtle intensities and open-ended evolution.
This article matters because it offers an early, in-depth look at one of the national pavilions for the 2026 Venice Biennale, one of the most prestigious events in the contemporary art world. Duville's reflections on the role of national pavilions amid rising nationalisms, and his emphasis on starting from a specific place without fixing identity, speak to broader debates about representation, geopolitics, and the function of international exhibitions today. The piece also highlights the continued relevance of the Biennale as a space for global artistic dialogue and visibility.