“On the international events scene few can justifiably make use of the superlative case in their official name. For a quarter of a century we have pursued excellence, and we will continue to do so, together with selected art galleries and collectors from all over the world. This fertile symbiosis is the key to our success. Only this is Artissima”.
Maurizio Cibrario, President of Fondazione Torino Musei
“By now Artissima is part of the foundations of the identity of our territory, which has always been a hotbed of artistic creativity, and the home of some of the most important Italian cultural initiatives. Regione Piemonte actively supports the contemporary art system, and through concrete measures it stimulates collaboration among all the players involved, from foundations to associations. Therefore we would like to welcome the international artists, exhibitors, curators and museum directors, and of course the many visitors who will be on hand for this latest edition of the fair, which judging by the programme cannot fail to be a resounding success”.
Sergio Chiamparino, President of Regione Piemonte
“The achievement of 25 years of Artissima is a tangible sign of the success of this international fair, and of the extraordinary focus of Torino on contemporary artistic expression – the Mayor of the City of Torino Chiara Appendino proudly emphasises. – It confirms the firm commitment of our administration to support the flair of artists who bring works and installations of remarkable beauty, and the efforts of the art critics and historians who have contributed to construct Torino’s identity as a city open to experimentation and innovation in the field of the figurative arts. The fertile creative atmosphere generated by the artists, the enthusiasm of museum curators and gallerists, and the strong bond with public and private institutions involved in cultural patronage, all contribute to the nurturing of talents”.
“Artissima celebrates its 25th anniversary, a passage that reflects the fair’s success and its constantly growing reputation, in Italy but above all on the international scene. As a long-term partner of the fair, we are certain that this important anniversary confirms the unique status acquired over the years, in an event that continues to evolve through innovative cultural initiatives of outstanding quality, such as those the Foundation chooses to support”, says Fulvio Gianaria, President of Fondazione per l’Arte Moderna e Contemporanea CRT.
“Since 2017, Compagnia di San Paolo has decided to focus its contribution on Artissima digital – says Anna Maria Poggi, member of the board of directors of Compagnia di San Paolo – a three-year project for the programmatic implementation of Artissima in the digital setting, to give rise to a true ecosystem capable of responding to the needs of an increasingly digitalised art world. This focus fully coincides with the objective of the Foundation to promote opportunities connected with the digital sphere in culture, and their role of development in the various areas of action, from management to organisation, communication to utilisation”.
“The Camera di commercio di Torino has always supported Artissima, so we are proud to celebrate this 25th anniversary. We have watched the fair grow, constantly improving its reputation on the dynamic, competitive international scene. Today Artissima is an event that makes Torino one of the most creative European cities, bringing credibility to the range of cultural offerings of our territory. Moreover, we should not overlook the economic impact generated by the week in November to benefit the local art market, the trade fair sector and that of creativity, as well as the hospitality, food-wine and service industries.”
Vincenzo Ilotte, President of Camera di commercio di Torino