En De Salas we are lovers of and the eclecticism that it encompasses, and luckily every February, Madrid breathes it in every corner. The most important quote is undoubtedly ARCO, the International Contemporary Art Fair, which takes place from February 27 to March 3 in pavilions 7 and 9 of Ifema and on this occasion it has Peru as a guest country.
From historical avant-garde or contemporary classics to the Currently, a total of 203 galleries from 31 countries will exhibit painting, sculpture, installations, photography, video, new media, drawing and engraving during those days. In addition, we will have the opportunity to see first-hand everything that is happening in the Peruvian art scene, with 24 artists and 15 galleries.
With this, there are now 38 editions, which only reinforces and consolidates its artistic strength both nationally and internationally, putting the capital in the spotlight of collectors, gallery owners, artists, art professionals and visitors from all over the world. .
The controversial and unique Polish painter Tamara de Lempicka was internationally recognized thanks to her Art Deco-inspired portraits and nudes. A feminist like few of her, she led a life that at that time seemed destined only for men, and this is evident in her peculiar way of conceiving and painting the female universe. Until May 26 you can see her works of art at the Gaviria Palace.
Genius and artist for some, hooligan, vandal or graffiti artist for others, the truth is that the British urban artist Banksy It doesn't leave anyone indifferent. His works of art have become an icon of rebellion, and Madrid hosts an “unofficial” exhibition with his best creations, in Ifema's 5.1 space until March 10.
Arrow is the Fair for the Liberation of Commercial Spaces Towards Art, which celebrates its 28th edition and which, as its name indicates, claims spaces intended for commercial use as specific art galleries. In this case it is the Arturo Soria Plaza Shopping Center in Madrid, which hosts this exhibition until March 10.
And last but not least, we cannot leave this particular cultural agenda without visiting the exhibition Man Ray, Dream Objects. More than a hundred photographs and objects of the master of surrealism, from various private European collections and which exclusively bring together and represent the best of this peculiar artist in the Canal de Isabel II Foundation until April 21.
There is little left of the month of February but without a doubt, the remaining days can be used in Madrid to enjoy its continuous and valuable art exhibitions that flood the streets with culture.
Gala Mora
DESALAS Lifestyle
