This essay traces the seminal events of Gegia Bronzini, one of Italy’s greatest textile art exponents of the 20th century. It aims to identify her participation in Italian exhibitions and collaborations, highlighting her relationships with eminent contemporaries such as Gio Ponti and Fede Cheti. Special attention will be paid to the exhibition Italy at Work as an early showcase of her production in an intercontinental context, subsequently influencing Gegia Bronzini’s entry into an international arena through magazines, further exhibitions, and interior projects. After her death in 1976, her daughter Marisa continued her activity until 2007, following Gegia’s original spirit and philosophy.

Il ruolo femminile del tessile italiano nella mostra Italy at Work. Gegia Bronzini nel contesto italiano e internazionale

michela bassanelli
2023-01-01

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This essay traces the seminal events of Gegia Bronzini, one of Italy’s greatest textile art exponents of the 20th century. It aims to identify her participation in Italian exhibitions and collaborations, highlighting her relationships with eminent contemporaries such as Gio Ponti and Fede Cheti. Special attention will be paid to the exhibition Italy at Work as an early showcase of her production in an intercontinental context, subsequently influencing Gegia Bronzini’s entry into an international arena through magazines, further exhibitions, and interior projects. After her death in 1976, her daughter Marisa continued her activity until 2007, following Gegia’s original spirit and philosophy.
2023
L’Italia al lavoro. Un lifestyle da esportazione
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