To mark the 80th Anniversary of the Italian Liberation, the Istituto Parri in Bologna hosted an extraordinary visual dialogue between Aldo Mondino and Lorenzo Puglisi in the Sala Berti. Held from February 3 to 16, 2025, the exhibition celebrated the universal value of freedom through the juxtaposition of two monumental works, both exceeding six meters in length.
The exhibition brought together two distinct yet complementary visions:
- Festa Araba by Aldo Mondino: An explosion of vitality and rhythm, exploring the concept of freedom as cultural openness and collective celebration.
- Grande Sacrificio by Lorenzo Puglisi: A profound and dramatic reflection on the suffering inherent in a people’s struggle for redemption.
By pairing these massive canvases, the Istituto Parri was transformed into a space for active reflection, where the historical memory of the Resistance intertwined with the language of contemporary art. It served as a vital tribute that, eighty years after 1945, continues to challenge our understanding of “liberation.”