Sculptures from Damien Hirst’s Treasures from the Wreck of the Unbelievable are being resurrected for a new exhibition.
Titled simply DAMIEN HIRST the exhibition is to be curated by Anna Coliva and Mario Codognato opening from 10th May to 10th October 2021: featuring a group of works from Hirst’s series Treasures from the Wreck of the Unbelievable will be exhibited throughout the museum alongside the ancient masterpieces. The vision combines contemporary art with that of the past, prompting us to reconsider their respective statuses and create new boundaries
“Colossal to very small sculptures—all made of precious materials such as bronze, Carrara marble and splendid malachite—will be displayed alongside Hirst’s Colour Space paintings amongst the permanent collection.”
The Galleria Borghese, housed in a 17th-century villa, holds an extensive collection founded by Cardinal Scipione Borghese (1577-1633) who commissioned and acquired more than 100 works.
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