Naima Morelli

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Nilufar Depot - Photo Filippo Pincolini

A convergence is underway between the worlds of art and design – at the heart of Salone Raritas, the new section of Salone del Mobile – centered on “collectible design,” which brings together historicized design and contemporary creation. It is a new market whose dynamics closely resemble those of the art world.

I interviewed three of the protagonists of this phenomenon for the design magazine IFDM.

Here is the link to the original article article (in Italian)

And here is the English translation

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Clay sculptures of heads are arranged in rows in a gallery.

Morocco’s art scene is diverse and growing, spanning independent spaces, commercial galleries and international fairs. While Marrakech positions itself as a global hub, Casablanca’s scene is closely tied to its history and political reality.

My report from Marrakech and Casa has just been published by the German magazine Qantara.

Here is the link to the article

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Les espaces indépendants réinventent les marges de la Ville éternelle

Latest article (in French) for Le Quotidien de l’Art about independent spaces in Rome. Sometimes I got to write about my turf as well! online and in the paper edition.

“Lorsqu’on évoque l’art contemporain en Italie, Milan et Turin s’imposent comme des évidences. Rome, elle, est souvent reléguée au second plan et perçue comme périphérique. Pourtant, loin des projecteurs institutionnels et de la hype, la capitale italienne cultive une vitalité singulière, une énergie nourrie par des liens humains forts, des solidarités de terrain et un rapport avec le territoire.”

Here is the link to the article

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A studio portrait shows a woman with long dark hair wearing a sleeveless denim top, sitting with her arms crossed and looking directly at the camera.

Loft Gallery director has spent nearly two decades building one of the country’s most important contemporary art spaces, while quietly assembling a collection guided entirely by instinct and love.

I have interviewed her for Observer.

Here is the link to the piece

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