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Art exhibit in Toronto features sculpture not seen in 50 years
A new art exhibit is opening up in Toronto this month that will feature work that hasn’t been seen in public for more than half a century.
The exhibit is called Divina Dali and features the work of Spanish artist Salvador Dali, who is best known for his piece “The Persistence of Memory” with melting or drooping clocks.
The Toronto collection is an interpretation of Divina Comedia, a book of poems written by Dante Alighieri. It will also showcase Dali’s sculpture of the author, a piece that has never before been displayed in North America.
“It was in a private collection,” said Felix Belanger, CEO of La Girafe en Feu, who is putting on the exhibit. “It hasn’t been seen for more than 50 years now.”
It is a bronze sculpture with a crown made of silver spoons with gold plate.
“Only Dali would think like that,” said Belanger. “It’s quite impressive and it’s fascinating.”
Dali began work on the collection in 1950 and the sculpture in 1964.
“He worked for 10 years on this collection,” said Raynald Michaud, the curator. “There’s 100 poems in Divina Comedia.”
The curator explained that Dali was initially asked to create the collection to mark the 700th anniversary of the death of Alighieri.
The exhibit layout will comprise of three different sections” the inferno, purgatory and paradise.
“(Dali) worked with a humanist approach, so inferno is the when you’re young, you ask yourself questions all the time,” Michaud said. “When you go to the purgatory. it’s I would say the midlife crisis because it’s the time when you find answers. The time you decide what you want to do with your life.”
After that it’s paradise, which Michaud said is love.
“People are going to meet Dante and decide if they want to go with him to this journey,” said Belanger. “His journey is asking himself do I go in or do I continue my life like I was living it, or do I go in and meet my demons and things will change for me.”
To add to the atmosphere there will be lights and music.
“This kind of work is so precise. (Dali) works with water colours and pen and ink. It’s very detailed, it’s very very special,” said Michaud. “When we start to work this exhibition which is from Divina Comedia written by Dante we discovered a new Dali.”
The exhibit is located at Brookefield Place, a building that was designed by Santiago Calatrava, a Spanish architect who like Dali was from Catalan. Belanger said Dali was also heavily influenced by architect Antoni Gaudi who designed the famous church in Barcelona, Gaudi Familia.
“Here those three guys, three geniuses meeting,” said Belanger. “We’re going to bring the visitors to a journey written by Dante 700 years ago.”
The exhibit opens on April 13 and will be open until the end of May.
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The Courtauld Gallery at Somerset House has reopened its doors to the public after a fire swept through the historic building in central London. While the gallery has resumed operations, the rest of the iconic site remains closed “until further notice.”
On Saturday, approximately 125 firefighters were called to the scene to battle the blaze, which sent smoke billowing across the city. Fortunately, the fire occurred in a part of the building not housing valuable artworks, and no injuries were reported. Authorities are still investigating the cause of the fire.
Despite the disruption, art lovers queued outside the gallery before it reopened at 10:00 BST on Sunday. One visitor expressed his relief, saying, “I was sad to see the fire, but I’m relieved the art is safe.”
The Clark family, visiting London from Washington state, USA, had a unique perspective on the incident. While sightseeing on the London Eye, they watched as firefighters tackled the flames. Paul Clark, accompanied by his wife Jiorgia and their four children, shared their concern for the safety of the artwork inside Somerset House. “It was sad to see,” Mr. Clark told the BBC. As a fan of Vincent Van Gogh, he was particularly relieved to learn that the painter’s famous Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear had not been affected by the fire.
Blaze in the West Wing
The fire broke out around midday on Saturday in the west wing of Somerset House, a section of the building primarily used for offices and storage. Jonathan Reekie, director of Somerset House Trust, assured the public that “no valuable artefacts or artworks” were located in that part of the building. By Sunday, fire engines were still stationed outside as investigations into the fire’s origin continued.
About Somerset House
Located on the Strand in central London, Somerset House is a prominent arts venue with a rich history dating back to the Georgian era. Built on the site of a former Tudor palace, the complex is known for its iconic courtyard and is home to the Courtauld Gallery. The gallery houses a prestigious collection from the Samuel Courtauld Trust, showcasing masterpieces from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. Among the notable works are pieces by impressionist legends such as Edouard Manet, Claude Monet, Paul Cézanne, and Vincent Van Gogh.
Somerset House regularly hosts cultural exhibitions and public events, including its popular winter ice skating sessions in the courtyard. However, for now, the venue remains partially closed as authorities ensure the safety of the site following the fire.
Art lovers and the Somerset House community can take solace in knowing that the invaluable collection remains unharmed, and the Courtauld Gallery continues to welcome visitors, offering a reprieve amid the disruption.
Sudbury’s annual art and music festival is marking a significant milestone this year, celebrating its long-standing impact on the local cultural scene. The festival, which has grown from a small community event to a major celebration of creativity, brings together artists, musicians, and visitors from across the region for a weekend of vibrant performances and exhibitions.
The event features a diverse range of activities, from live music performances to art installations, workshops, and interactive exhibits that highlight both emerging and established talent. This year’s milestone celebration will also honor the festival’s history by showcasing some of the artists and performers who have contributed to its success over the years.
Organizers are excited to see how the festival has evolved, becoming a cornerstone of Sudbury’s cultural landscape. “This festival is a celebration of creativity, community, and the incredible talent we have here in Sudbury,” said one of the event’s coordinators. “It’s amazing to see how it has grown and the impact it continues to have on the arts community.”
With this year’s milestone celebration, the festival promises to be bigger and better than ever, with a full lineup of exciting events, workshops, and performances that will inspire and engage attendees of all ages.
The festival’s milestone is not just a reflection of its past success but a celebration of the continued vibrancy of Sudbury’s arts scene.
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