Il Canto infinito di Jean-Marie Appriou è in mostra a Palazzo Strozzi a Firenze
Palazzo Strozzi in Florence presents "Canto Infinito," the third exhibition in its Project Space series, featuring French artist Jean-Marie Appriou. The show includes a monumental five-ton bronze and steel door installation inspired by Dante's "Divine Comedy," Lautréamont's "Les Chants de Maldoror," and figures like William Blake and Mary Shelley. Curated by Arturo Galansino, the exhibition runs until August 23, 2026, and also includes sculptures such as "The Key" and "Apophis" and "Mandjet," all created in 2026.
The exhibition matters because it continues Palazzo Strozzi's commitment to showcasing emerging artists in dialogue with historical masters, positioning Appriou within a lineage of sculptural and literary tradition. Appriou's work, which emphasizes the energy and life of metals, reflects a contemporary alchemical approach that engages viewers through interactive elements and everyday references, bridging past and present artistic practices.