The 7th edition of the Florence Biennale will take place from the 5th to the 13th of December 2009 in the historic Fortezza da Basso. Artists from all over the world, despite their differences of language and faith, will find a common language in art to voice their cultural values. For this reason, in 2001 The United Nations recognized the Florence Biennale as an official partner in the program "Dialogue Among Nations". In these difficult times for humanity, Kofi Annan expresses, “Art opens new doors for learning, understanding, and peace among people and nations".

The Florence Biennale is an international contemporary art exhibition held every two years in Florence.

The Biennale is run by Arte Studio, whose first contemporary art exhibition occurred in 1986, brothers Pasquale and Piero Celona, of Arte Studio, serve as President and General Manager of the Biennale.

Florence Biennale invites artists in the following categories: painting, sculpture, graphics, mixed media, installation, photography and digital art.
Participants are solicited by the organizers via email, postal invitations, and personal telephone calls. The process starts more than one year before the event.

In 2007 there were 840 artists from 76 countries, and over 17,000 visitors. Artists cover the expenses of their exhibits through international sponsorships plus their own funds. Participants create a temporary, but far-reaching, international community of artists in Florence.

 

Biannale 2009

Dates:
5th to 13th December 2009

Opening hours:
From 10.00 to 20.00

Full ticket: € 10

 

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Florence Biennale