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The focus of the program is Lucio Fontana, the artist renowned for his slashed and punctured canvases, and less known for his sculptures. The events—including guided tours, meetings with the curator, workshops and events for different audiences—introduce and explore Fontana and his practice, with a special focus on his work in ceramics and his experimental use of this highly expressive sculpture technique. The public programs organized alongside the exhibition are organized with the support of Fondazione Araldi Guinetti, Vaduz.
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Free PresentationsDaily at 4 pm A free, 15-minute talk that introduces and explains Fontana’s interest in sculpture and his work in ceramic. |
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Guided ToursFor a more in-depth experience, visitors can book a private tour. This is an opportunity to explore the exhibition in detail, understanding the context in which Fontana’s ceramics were created and examining his artistic investigations. More info: |
September 30, 2025, 5:30–6:30 pm
During an online lecture open to all, Curator Sharon Hecker introduces the first museum exhibition dedicated exclusively to the ceramics of Lucio Fontana, in a free online lecture open to all.
October 11, 2025, 2:30 pm
Guided tour of the exhibition with curator Sharon Hecker.
December 11, 2025, 4pm
Free tour of the exhibition for teachers, led by the staff of the museum's Education Department.
January 14 and 28, 2026, 2–5 pm
An event inspired by Lucio Fontana's practice introduces participants to ceramic technique from a new perspective, merging matter and concept.
January 24 and 25, 2026 10:00 am–4:30 pm
An inclusive two-day workshop for blind, partially sighted, and sighted adults.
February 4, 2026, 5–7 pm
On the occasion of the exhibition dedicated to Lucio Fontana’s ceramics, the Peggy Guggenheim Collection presents an in-depth program on the topic , featuring special guests, including writer and artist Edmund de Waal.
February 12, 2026, 2–5:30 pm
An event dedicated to sculpture, featuring the students of the Ceramics Techniques course at the Accademia di Belle Arti di Venezia.
