Orizzonte - English version

The winning works of the “Leonardo and travel” project described in the words of their creators: six white marble sculptures from the Apuan Alps inspired by Leonardo’s creative process.

From the genesis of the work to the techniques used to create the installation, Manuel Felisi tells the story of his Vertigine: two canvases opening like portals onto an imaginary forest.

Luana Toniolo, Director of the Etruscan Museum of Villa Giulia in Rome, takes us on a journey into the Etruscan civilization, presenting to us a sarcophagus and two funerary urns adorned with mythological themes.

A contemporary take on Leonardo da Vinci’s Vitruvian Man by Mario Ceroli – the master of the Poor Art movement. Installed in Terminal 3 back in 1984, it has since become a symbol of Rome Fiumicino Airport.

Deti (“children” in Russian) by Marco Lodola dazzles the eye with its vibrant colors. The artwork uses the symbol of Picasso’s dove of peace, to invite us to reflect on the reality of war.

An endangered white rhinoceros suddenly bursts into our life and completely upturns it: Marcantonio presents Natural Reaction, a provocative and emotionally impactful work of art.

Alessandro D’Alessio, Director of the Archaeological Park of Ancient Ostia, leads us to the heart of ancient Rome across a series of statues from that period depicting both men and gods.

A reflective metal sculpture welcomes travelers like a beacon: Helidon Xhixha presents his work Getto di Luce, a tribute to the city of Rome and a monument to light.

Artist Daniele Sigalot plays around with the concept of failure in his work Master of Mistakes, a colossal monument that celebrates our blunders.

Cristina Mazzantini, Director of the National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art in Rome, presents Giò Pomodoro’s work Grande Folla No. 1, a large bronze sculpture that echoes and reflects its surrounding environment.

“Orizzonte” is a ten-episode podcast series about the artworks on display at Leonardo da Vinci Airport in Rome Fiumicino. From the remains of the Etruscan civilization to Roman sculptures, up to the art of our time, every episode explores each artwork in depth with the support of their artists and curators. “Orizzonte” is a series produced by Chora Media for Aeroporti di Roma.