The largest exhibition in Italy of Francesco Clemente to date, titled, “ANIMA NOMADE,” revealed the artist’s continued source of inspiration from the Indian and oriental tradition. Combining groups of tents, flags and a large painting cycle entitled “An Ocean of Stories,” the exhibition emersed visitors in Clemente’s lyrical iconographical language, drawing heavily on the nomadic influence. The subtle interplay of the various mediums created a circular narrative, an imaginary journey through colour and line, in which individual works were unified to create a harmonious interior world of symbols and memories of the East.

Palazzo Esposizioni Roma, via Nazionale 194, Rome

The Albertina Museum in Vienna is devoting a comprehensive solo exhibition to Francesco Clemente. The show, which includes several key pieces from the Albertina’s own holdings, is based around the many important works by Clemente in the recently acquired Jablonka Collection. The presentation pays particular attention to the breadth of Clemente’s artistic vision and his understanding of mythology, with works created in Italy, America, and India, as well as on travels round the world. The exhibition is on view until 13 October 2022.

The Albertina Museum, Albertinaplatz, Vienna