After success in cities such as Barcelona, Milan, Paris and Dubai, it finally arrives in Naples The World of Banksy – The Immersive Experiencean exhibition dedicated to the famous and mysterious artist Banksy. From 11 October 2024 to 4 May 2025, the indoor Arena Flegrea of the Mostra d’Oltremare is transformed into a fascinating journey into the world of the British artist, known for his graffiti full of social and political meanings.
The exhibition offers an exciting journey through beyond 120 works including graffiti, photographs, installations and prints. Iconic works like Ozone Angel, Steve Jobs, Napoleon And Waiting in Vain they are protagonists of an exhibition that combines art and reflection. A special video section delves into the meaning of some of Banksy’s most famous murals, scattered throughout the world, showing how his artistic language continues to shake global consciences.
Who is Banksy?
Banksy is one of the most enigmatic and influential artists of our time, his identity remains unknown, but his unmistakable style has made him a symbolic figure of contemporary street art. Probably born in Bristol in the 1970s, Banksy has conquered the international scene with provocative works that challenge consumerism, denounce political hypocrisy and question authority. His graffiti, often created using the stencil technique, has traveled around the world, appearing on walls, bridges and streets in cities such as London, New York and Bethlehem.
Among his most famous works are Girl with a Balloonsymbolizing hope and resilience, and Rage, the Flower Throweran invitation to peace and non-violent resistance. Banksy does not limit himself to creating visual art, but uses every opportunity to send profound messages, as he demonstrated with the famous auction in which one of his paintings self-destructed immediately after being sold for a record sum.
An immersive exhibition, an experience
Even if the works exhibited in Naples are reproductions, the route keeps the power of Banksy’s message intact. The curation, signed by Artful Events Collective with the direction of Manu de Ros and the creative contribution of Emre Ezelli, offers an installation that combines traditional techniques and digital innovations, making the experience engaging and immersive.
Particular attention is paid to the social and political context of the works, which find a natural echo in the city of Naples: a metropolis historically in dialogue with themes such as rebellion, resilience and transformation.
Useful information
The exhibition is open from Wednesday to Sunday, from 10:00 to 19:00 (last entry at 18:00). Extraordinary openings are scheduled for 6 January, 21 and 22 April 2025, while it will remain closed on 23, 24, 25, 30, 31 December 2024 and 1 January 2025.
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