BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Stefano Bressani - ECPv6.15.11//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Stefano Bressani X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://stefanobressani.com/en/ X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Stefano Bressani REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Rome BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20080330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20081026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20090329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20091025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20100328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20101031T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20110327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20111030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20120325T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20121028T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20130331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20131027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20140330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20141026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20150329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20151025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20160327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20161030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20170326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20171029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20180325T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20181028T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20190331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20191027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20200329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20201025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20210328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20211031T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20220327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20221030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250508 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250509 DTSTAMP:20260514T142603 CREATED:20250718T085035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T152732Z UID:5431-1746662400-1746748799@stefanobressani.com SUMMARY:Carteni Showroom and Bressani’s MINI Hyper Heroes in Pavia DESCRIPTION:Carteni Showroom and Bressani’s MINI Hyper Heroes in Pavia\n8 May 2025 – In Pavia\, the Carteni Group inaugurates a new showroom where the shopping experience meets art. The protagonist is the Pavia-born artist Stefano Bressani\, with his MINI Cooper S “Hyper Heroes\,” a symbol of mobility transformed into a visual\, emotional\, and identity-driven narrative. \nArt in motion: a new language for the brand\nIn an era where efficiency and speed seem to dominate\, Carteni chooses to engage in a dialogue with art. The showroom becomes a cultural space\, where every detail communicates\, involves\, and tells a story. \nBressani and the #CarteniArt project\nStefano Bressani\, renowned for his Sculture Vestite\, does not merely decorate but defines the visual identity of the new space. Through the #CarteniArt project\, art becomes structurally integrated into the company\, becoming part of the customer experience. \nThe MINI “Hyper Heroes”: art and identity on the move\nCreated to celebrate 65 years of MINI\, the MINI Cooper S “Hyper Heroes” is far more than a customized vehicle. It is a four-wheeled work of art\, conceived by Bressani as a dream to drive and a memory in motion. \n“The MINI I created is my way of transforming an iconic object into a unique artwork that speaks of memory and movement.”\n— Stefano Bressani \nA shared identity: inspiring with authenticity\nThe decision to give Bressani a central role is symbolic. It reflects the desire to merge local roots with a global vision. In this context\, art becomes a bridge between values and market\, between beauty and strategy. \nThe works of Marco Lodola complete the permanent artistic journey within the showroom\, transforming it into an experiential gallery in constant dialogue with the public. \nBeyond aesthetics: a brand that tells a story\nCarteni embraces art not to astonish\, but to engage. May 8 is not merely the date of an inauguration\, but the beginning of a new identity narrative: a story shaped by form\, color\, and meaning. \nIn this narrative\, Stefano Bressani is an authoritative voice\, and the MINI “Hyper Heroes” becomes a tangible symbol of authentic transformation. \n  URL:https://stefanobressani.com/en/evento/carteni-showroom-and-bressanis-mini-hyper-heroes-in-pavia/ LOCATION:Carteni\, SS\, SS35 dei Giovi\, KM 87\, 800\, 27100 Pavia PV\, Pavia\, Italy CATEGORIES:Pavia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stefanobressani.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/MAIN-29.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250306 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250307 DTSTAMP:20260514T142603 CREATED:20250718T091028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T083214Z UID:5454-1741219200-1741305599@stefanobressani.com SUMMARY:Bressani reinterprets the Battle of Pavia in a pop key DESCRIPTION:Bressani reinterprets the Battle of Pavia: pop art and memory for the 500th anniversary\nStefano Bressani is at the heart of a new artistic project that combines historical memory\, pop language\, and contemporary vision. On the occasion of the 500th anniversary of the famous battle\, the Pavia-born artist created a work that bridges past and future. \nA work between art\, industry\, and history\nBressani does not simply create art: he assembles\, sews\, and brings it to life. His fabric sculptures — made from recycled materials — tell profound stories\, balancing ethics and beauty. With “500 years of the Battle of Pavia\,” the artist reinterprets the Capodimonte tapestries in a pop and three-dimensional key\, shining a spotlight on a historical event that shaped Europe. \n  \n \nCollaboration with Fedegari Spa\nThe project stems from a synergy with Fedegari Spa\, a Pavia-based leader in the pharmaceutical sector. A deep connection that merges technique and creativity\, supported by a shared vision: innovating while respecting memory and territory. The relationship traces back to Maestro Carlo Mo and is now renewed through the vision of Giuseppe and Paolo Fedegari. \nPublic and interactive art in Pavia\nThe main work will be displayed in a strategic urban space\, accompanied by banners with interactive QR codes providing historical\, artistic\, and multimedia content. Each character will be graphically reinterpreted and accompanied by historical insights curated by Professor Marco Pellegrini Casali. \nA new narrative for the city\nThe project also involves citizens through a dedicated website\, where history\, art\, and technology intersect. The production phases were documented by photographer Gio Martorana\, who captured the intensity of the creative gesture in the artist’s studio. \nA pop aesthetic to speak of memory\nBressani’s characters are not simple replicas. They are pop\, tactile\, and distorted figures\, suspended between past and present. Through his technique — combining needle\, fabric\, and thought — the artist reflects on our era and values that transcend time. \n500 years of the Battle of Pavia” is not just a work of art. It is a bridge between eras\, people\, and visions.\n— Stefano Bressani \nAt a time when cities are seeking new languages to tell their stories\, Bressani’s art gives Pavia a visual\, emotional\, and shared memory — a living work that celebrates the past and inspires the future \n  \n\n  URL:https://stefanobressani.com/en/evento/bressani-reinterprets-the-battle-of-pavia-in-a-pop-key/ LOCATION:Pavia CATEGORIES:Pavia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stefanobressani.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/MAIN-31.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20250125T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20250202T170000 DTSTAMP:20260514T142603 CREATED:20250718T090833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T085628Z UID:5457-1737792000-1738515600@stefanobressani.com SUMMARY:Hyper Heroes by Stefano Bressani on Display in Pavia DESCRIPTION:Hyper Heroes by Stefano Bressani: The Fabric Revolution\nIn the heart of Pavia comes to life Hyper Heroes\, the solo exhibition by Stefano Bressani. Not just another art show\, but a sensory\, conceptual\, and aesthetic experience that opens the Apery.Art calendar with remarkable expressive power. \nIn this project\, fabric is no longer merely material: it becomes memory\, form\, and language. A pop lens—both distorting and revealing—through which the artist questions our time. \n  \n \nThe Master of Fabrics\nBressani is known as The Master of Fabrics. His creative act begins with discarded textile materials\, assembled with surgical precision to create three-dimensional works that are both poetic and powerful. An ethical act\, before being an aesthetic one: reuse becomes an artistic and political statement. \nWith the \n Hyper Heroes\n series\, Bressani explores the figure of the contemporary superhero\, reimagining pop culture icons in a new\, disorienting form. No longer “super\,” but “hyper”: exaggerated and vulnerable figures inspired by Japanese chibi aesthetics\, loaded with critical meaning. \n“The excess of power hides fragility. The deformation of bodies mirrors our own—cultural\, visual\, emotional.” \nArt as Living Matter\nBressani’s visual universe is built from scraps and fragments that\, under his guidance\, become plastic painting. His works may appear two-dimensional\, yet they expand into space through volumes\, shadows\, and folds. \nThe recurring sign is the nail—a visual and conceptual symbol. A suture that reflects the tension of our age\, a point that wounds and mends\, inviting reflection. \nAn Act of Resistance: Art and Responsibility\nBehind every piece lies a statement: against the culture of waste\, fast fashion\, and the compulsive consumption of images. Bressani responds with slowness\, craftsmanship\, and reuse. His works do not merely illustrate—they act. \nThey touch the senses\, awaken memory\, and stir consciousness. They are meant to be seen with the hands\, touched with the eyes\, and felt within. \nHyper Heroes: The Superfluous That Saves\nIn a world flooded with perfect\, weightless images\, Hyper Heroes remind us that vulnerability is strength. That memory is matter. That even from a forgotten fabric\, a new universe can emerge.\n \n“The true heroes today are those who know how to mend.” \n\nThrough his art made of thought and fabric\, Stefano Bressani takes us on a journey into the “planet of fabrics\,” where aesthetics meets social critique and color becomes a revolutionary act. \n  URL:https://stefanobressani.com/en/evento/hyper-heroes-by-stefano-bressani-on-display-in-pavia/ LOCATION:L2ARTE GALLERY\, Viale della Libertà\, 2b\, 27100 Pavia PV\, Pavia\, Italy CATEGORIES:Pavia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stefanobressani.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/MAIN-30.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20240721T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20240721T170000 DTSTAMP:20260514T142603 CREATED:20250723T141016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T150051Z UID:5462-1721548800-1721581200@stefanobressani.com SUMMARY:KUOREDISTOFFA© for the Madonna del Carmine DESCRIPTION:The Pop Ex-Voto of Maestro Bressani becomes sacred art for humanity and its rediscovered meanings\nIn the frenetic rhythm of contemporary life\, where symbolic gestures risk being lost in the immediacy of a click\, the art of Stefano Bressani emerges as a powerful bridge between the visible and the invisible\, between the profane and the sacred. His Kuoridistoffa©\, one of his most intense creations in recent years\, is now dedicated to the Madonna del Carmine\, transforming into a Pop Ex-Voto that transcends time and roots itself in the present with a universal and emotional language \nA master and founder of a unique style in the world\, Bressani transforms fabric\na fragile material loaded with stories — into sculpture\, icon\, and message. His works are the “skin of the soul\,” textiles that weave memory and future together. In his Kuoridistoffa© pieces\, small yet powerful\, he condenses concepts of love\, connection\, sustainability\, and identity. \nThe heart\, a universal archetype\, becomes in this work a medium of reflection and prayer. Pierced by a USB cable — ironic and piercing — it represents a humanity that has entrusted love to algorithms and connection to digital notifications. \n“If you are not connected\, you do not deserve my love” \nis more than a title: it is a provocation and an invitation to rediscover the depth of relationships\, including spiritual ones. \nOn July 21\, 2024\, during the solemn celebration of the Madonna del Carmine in the church of the same name in Pavia\, the Kuoridistoffa© will be officially blessed by His Excellency Monsignor Erminio De Scalzi\, a charismatic figure of the Ambrosian Church\, marking the 60th anniversary of his priestly ordination. A deeply moving moment\, uniting the artist’s creativity with profound spiritual tension. \nThis heart is one of five that Bressani intends to offer to his city.\nAfter the first boat procession along the Ticino with the Kuoridistoffa© dedicated to the Madonna della Stella\, it is now the turn of the Madonna del Carmine to receive this sign of devotion — part of a journey that looks ahead\, toward the Milan Cathedral and the Vatican. There is no pursuit of personal glory here: the gesture springs from an inner urgency\, from art that is born of life and returns to it. \nEvery fragment of fabric used was donated; every seam carries stories of lived lives\, loves\, and suffering. Nothing is left to chance. Each heart is unique\, as unique as the path of every believer. Art becomes an instrument in service of a greater message: through beauty\, it invites us to slow down\, to reflect\, to rediscover the value of giving. \nThe project has been received with great respect by the Diocese of Pavia\, which recognizes its profound human and spiritual value. The parish of the Carmine\, guided by Don Daniele\, opens its doors to a young and immediate language\, capable of speaking even to those who have drifted away from the Church. Perhaps this is the greatest miracle of the work: to reach the contemporary soul with authenticity and without imposition. \nThus\, Kuoridistoffa© becomes a tangible symbol of a new dialogue between art and faith\, between artist and community. And as its image becomes an icon for Pavia and beyond\, the desire remains alive — to truly connect\, heart to heart\, human to human\, spirit to spirit. URL:https://stefanobressani.com/en/evento/kuoredistoffa-for-the-madonna-del-carmine/ LOCATION:Chiesa di Santa Maria del Carmine\, Piazza del Carmine\, Pavia\, PV\, 27100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Pavia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stefanobressani.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2024-PAVIA-MADONNA-DEL-KARMINE-FOTO-L.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20240601T210000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20240601T230000 DTSTAMP:20260514T142603 CREATED:20250723T143344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T094741Z UID:5464-1717275600-1717282800@stefanobressani.com SUMMARY:Kuoridistoffa© enchants Santa Maria in Betlem with the Madonna della Stella DESCRIPTION:The fabric heart of the Ticino: Bressani’s ex-voto that stitches together time\, faith\, and humanity\nIn the sacred silence of the Pavia night\, when the Ticino River reveals its most intimate soul\, a gesture unfolds that transcends ritual and becomes a universal language. On Saturday\, June 1\, 2024\, at 9:00 p.m.\, the Madonna della Stella returned to her place of honor on the bow of the Barcè\, the ancient rowing boat that for centuries has crossed the waters of the Ticino. \nThis year\, alongside the Madonna\, sailed a unique ex-voto: the Kuoridistoffa\, a fabric artwork by Maestro Stefano Bressani\, an internationally renowned artist from Pavia. This “heart of fabric” is not only an art object but a living message that connects past and future\, speaking to communities\, traditions\, mourning\, and rebirth. \nA fabric that unites more than it divides\nThe sculptures of Stefano Bressani are three-dimensional patchworks that tell stories through fabrics belonging to collective memory. \nThe Kuoridistoffa — measuring 26x26x15 cm — was conceived as a contemporary ex-voto: a symbolic heart offered to the Madonna della Stella and her devotees. It is not only a tribute to faith but a cultural and anthropological gesture that stitches together peoples\, territories\, and different sensitivities. Within the woven fabrics intertwine the threads of Pavia’s history\, the experiences of the rowers\, the devotion of entire families\, and the spirituality that flows across riverbanks and generations. \n \nThe river as liquid boundary and bridge of identity\nThe route of the Barcè\, from the end of Borgo Basso to the Church of Santa Maria in Betlem\, is more than a procession: it is a symbolic crossing of time and space. The upstream journey carries deep meanings of return\, resistance\, and hope. \nBishop Monsignor Corrado Sanguineti\, accompanying the statue and reciting the prayer of entrustment\, becomes a spiritual guide and guardian of a tradition that transcends faith to embrace the cultural identity of the territory. At the heart of the procession\, among the reflections of light on the water and the rhythmic sound of the oars\, Bressani’s work vibrates with a renewed presence — \ncontemporary yet deeply rooted. \nA tribute to the deceased members of the rowing associations of Pavia and a symbol of protection for the present and the future. \nThe ex-voto as the language of the soul\nWhen the Kuoridistoffa enters the Church of Borgo\, received and blessed by the Bishop\, it completes its symbolic consecration. From private offering it becomes a collective treasure; from art object\, an icon; from textile fragment\, a shared narrative. The hands that sewed it — hands of an artist\, but also of memory — have inscribed within it an invisible grammar made of emotions\, belonging\, faith\, and love. \nAlongside Bressani aboard the Barcè was also Guido Corsato\, president of the Battellieri Colombo Association\, representing a human heritage that finds new voice in this ritual act. \nAn art that blesses without dividing\nNow the Kuoridistoffa stands as guardian and companion to the Madonna della Stella\, placed in the Church of Santa Maria in Betlem\, ready to dialogue with every visitor. Its language is universal: it speaks not only to Christians but to anyone who believes in the power of roots\, the strength of ritual\, and the value of community. \nIn an era that rushes and fades\, a heart of fabric can stop time and remind us that art\, when it is born from the soul\, unites. \nPavia\, its river\, its people — every thread of Kuoridistoffa tells a story that belongs to all of us. URL:https://stefanobressani.com/en/evento/kuoridistoffa-enchants-santa-maria-in-betlem-with-the-madonna-della-stella/ LOCATION:Chiesa di Santa Maria In Betlem\, Via dei Mille\, 102\, Pavia\, PV\, 27100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Pavia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stefanobressani.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2024-PAVIA-MADONNA-DELLA-STELLA-FOTO-COPERTINA.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20240410T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20240410T170000 DTSTAMP:20260514T142603 CREATED:20250723T125428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T153605Z UID:5476-1712743200-1712768400@stefanobressani.com SUMMARY:Pavia police headquarters\, 172nd police anniversary: Stefano Bressani presents the “Artist’s Head” DESCRIPTION:The State Police celebrates its 172nd anniversary in Pavia: art\, memory\, and civic spirit unite in a single ceremony\nPAVIA – April 10\, 2024\, 10:00 AM – Aula Magna\, Police Headquarters of Pavia \nOn Wednesday\, April 10\, in the solemn setting of the Aula Magna of the Pavia Police Headquarters\, the 172nd anniversary of the foundation of the Italian State Police was celebrated. A day filled with meaning\, which brought together the civil\, military\, and religious authorities of the Pavia area for a moment of remembrance\, reflection\, and recognition. \nThis ceremony was not only a tribute to the institution’s history but also an opportunity to renew the deep bond between the State Police and the community — a bond made of legality\, safety\, and social cohesion\, but also of shared values and humanity. \nA work of art for the police headquarters: the “Head of the Police” is born\nAdding a special significance to the celebration was the unveiling of an original sculptural work by internationally renowned Pavia-based artist Stefano Bressani\, known for his celebrated Artist’s Heads. This new creation\, titled Head of the Police\, was made specifically for the Pavia Police Headquarters and now holds a place of honor at the entrance to the Chief’s office\, becoming part of the institution’s private collection. \n \nA work charged with symbolism and memory\nThe sculpture is a unique piece\, created from discarded garments once worn by members of the State Police. A gesture filled with meaning\, transforming everyday service uniforms into tangible symbols of commitment\, sacrifice\, and dedication. \nThe project\, strongly supported by the Chief of Police of Pavia\, Dr. Nicola Faldella\, represents a profound meeting point between art and institution\, between civic duty and humanity. This marks the first time that Bressani has worked with materials directly supplied by the police force\, adding a powerful layer of memory\, identity\, and sustainability to the work. \nThought taking shape\nDuring the ceremony\, Maestro Bressani delivered a moving speech revealing the depth of his artistic gesture: \n“It is an honor for me today to represent\, through my work\, one of the most symbolic expressions of human endeavor. The head\, center of thought and action\, becomes an icon of our civil life. With this work\, I wish to leave a tangible sign that reminds us of the central role of the State Police in our society — a symbol of moral integrity\, justice\, and discipline\, values that are fundamental and today\, anything but taken for granted.” \nHis words\, steeped in ethics and respect\, resonated deeply within the crowded hall\, touching the core of collective identity. \nFind the full speech here \nArt as a bridge between institutions and citizens\nThe unveiling of the sculpture followed the presentation of honors to officers distinguished in service and became one of the most emotional moments of the ceremony. Maestro Bressani personally handed the sculpture to Dr. Faldella\, sealing a symbolic gesture that transcended protocol — an embrace between community\, art\, and public service. \nA head that looks to the future\nAt a time when trust in institutions is often tested\, the Head of the Police stands as a lasting symbol of presence\, dedication\, and ethical beauty. It will watch over the entrance of the Pavia Police Headquarters — and\, more importantly\, will remain in the collective memory as a concrete testimony of a day when art and legality came together to honor one of the oldest and most valuable institutions of the Republic. URL:https://stefanobressani.com/en/evento/pavia-police-headquarters-172nd-police-anniversary-stefano-bressani-presents-the-artists-head/ LOCATION:Questura di Pavia\, Via Francesco Rismondo\, 68\, Pavia\, PV\, 27100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Pavia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stefanobressani.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2024-PAVIA-FESTA-POLIZIA-DI-STATO-172°-FOTO-C.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20240308T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20240308T170000 DTSTAMP:20260514T142603 CREATED:20250723T134107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T103202Z UID:5481-1709884800-1709917200@stefanobressani.com SUMMARY:Pavia\, Collegio Borromeo: bedsheets become dresses with Stefano Bressani and Nada Nuovo DESCRIPTION:“Reborn through art”: Maestro Stefano Bressani transforms fragility into strength during “Portraits of Women”\nThere are moments when art ceases to be mere expression and becomes healing. When emotion takes form — becoming matter and color — it turns into a caress for the soul. \nThis moment took place on March 8\, within the magnificent frescoed hall of the Almo Collegio Borromeo in Pavia\, where the strength of women\, the power of sharing\, and the artistic intervention of a man capable of transforming fragility into beauty came together: Maestro Stefano Bressani. \n \nThe art that stitches emotions\nBressani is not simply an artist. He is a builder of worlds\, a storyteller of souls — the Tailor of Art who gives life to creations sewn from recovered fabrics\, fragments of stories reborn as sculpture. \nHis works are soft\, three-dimensional forms that both embrace and surprise. In this special occasion\, they became part of the body and soul of fifteen cancer patients\, the true protagonists of Portraits of Women\, an event promoted by CNAO\, Policlinico San Matteo\, and ICS Maugeri. \nAn evening celebrating courage at Collegio Borrome\nMarch 8 was not only International Women’s Day: it was a celebration of courage. A deep journey through illness\, fear\, hope\, and ultimately\, rebirth. A path marked by the rediscovery of self-esteem\, the reconnection with one’s image\, and the awareness of still being — perhaps more than ever — women\, mothers\, partners\, and friends. \nWearable art: beauty born from pain\nOn dresses created by designer Nada Nuovo using hospital bedsheets provided by Fondazione Maugeri — transformed symbols of suffering — Bressani’s works were projected in light. The result was an embrace between body and art\, between wounds and light. The women walked in silence\, yet each step told a story. Each image projected was a fragment of rebirth\, a visual echo of their inner strength. \nCarolina Marconi: between art\, life\, and symbolism\nAmong the participants was Carolina Marconi\, godmother of the event\, who moved the audience wearing a dress inspired by Botticelli’s Primavera\, adorned with lotus flowers and symbols of renewal. Beside her\, on stage\, one of Bressani’s celebrated Portraits of Women was unveiled in a moment of deep emotion\, accompanied by Maestro Eros Cristiani’s musical portrait composed for the evening. \nArt that guides and transforms\nBressani’s art thus becomes a means of dialogue\, awareness\, and transformation. His technique — unique in the world — merges fabric and thought\, shaping volumes meant to be seen and felt. On this evening\, his art gently yet powerfully accompanied the transformation of pain into beauty. Discreet yet profound\, it turned each woman into a living sculpture\, admired for what she represents: life\, resilience\, and strength. \nA tribute that is also a symbol\nThe Maestro’s participation was honored with a plaque presented by President Gianluca Vago\, created using CNAO’s 3D printer and inspired by one of Bressani’s works\, also chosen as the visual symbol of the event. A tangible reminder that art can do more than represent — it can heal\, unite\, and change. \nBeauty saves\nAs the evening drew to a close\, with all the models on stage amid tears\, smiles\, and embraces\, one truth remained: beauty saves. True art has the power to mend what is broken and to give form to hope. Maestro Stefano Bressani is both witness and messenger of this truth. His works are not simply to be seen — \nthey are to be lived\, worn\, and felt. And on this night\, at the \nCollegio Borromeo in Pavia\, they achieved something immense: they dressed rebirth. URL:https://stefanobressani.com/en/evento/pavia-collegio-borromeo-bedsheets-become-dresses-with-stefano-bressani-and-nada-nuovo/ LOCATION:Almo Collegio Borromeo\, Piazza del Collegio Borromeo\, 9\, Pavia\, PV\, 27100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Pavia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stefanobressani.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2024-PAVIA-RITRATTI-DI-DONNA-CNAO-FOTO-L.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20230512T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20230512T170000 DTSTAMP:20260514T142603 CREATED:20250723T072030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T125754Z UID:5488-1683878400-1683910800@stefanobressani.com SUMMARY:Mototrek 500 Varzi – Pavia: Bressani and Franco Picco DESCRIPTION:The desert king and the master of fabric: where art meets the dust of engines\nAt Mototrek 500 in Varzi\, when art meets rally legend\, Stefano Bressani celebrates Franco Picco with a unique Artist’s Head. \nIn the quiet pulse of the Oltrepò Pavese hills\, where time seems to slow just enough to savor every breath\, an event rich in emotion\, poetry\, and passion unfolded on Friday\, May 12\, in Varzi. The Mototrek 500 — a 500 km journey across Lombardy\, Piedmont\, Liguria\, and Emilia Romagna — became not just an adventure on two wheels but a journey within oneself\, through landscapes of rare beauty and forgotten roads. \nBut this time\, it wasn’t just the engines that spoke. The art of Stefano Bressani — the master of Sculture Vestite — paid tribute to a living legend of rally racing: Franco Picco\, the “King of the Desert.” \nFor him\, Bressani created and presented one of his iconic Artist’s Heads — a work woven from fabrics\, colors\, and forms that tell the story of a man who has challenged sand and time with heart and unyielding vision. \n \nAt 68\, after twelve Paris-Dakar rallies and countless victories\, Picco remains a protagonist — present at Mototrek 500 with the same determination and curiosity that have always defined him. \nThe encounter between Bressani and Picco was a dialogue between two worlds seemingly distant yet united in spirit: art and sport as universal languages of endurance\, courage\, and beauty. Varzi\, under the patronage of Mayor Giovanni Palli and the Province of Pavia\, became an ideal stage where emotion\, memory\, and the future intertwined. \nOrganized by Moto Club Asfalto & Polvere\, the Mototrek 500 is more than a race — it is a 14-hour\, 500 km experience without a stopwatch\, defined by orientation\, discovery\, and a love for the less-traveled path. \n“I always return to Varzi with joy\,” says Bressani\, “a land that welcomed me as godfather of art and now allows me to leave a mark made of beauty and passion.” \nHe also expressed gratitude to Massimo Tamburelli\, who made this encounter possible. When art meets dust and engines merge with emotion\, a powerful message is born — one that speaks of dreams\, challenges\, and the future. In Varzi\, between curves and cloth\, that message came to life. URL:https://stefanobressani.com/en/evento/mototrek-500-varzi-pavia-bressani-and-franco-picco/ LOCATION:Varzi\, Varzi\, PV\, 27057\, Italy CATEGORIES:Pavia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stefanobressani.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2023-MOTOTREK500-FOTO-B.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20230120T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20230120T170000 DTSTAMP:20260514T142603 CREATED:20250723T073803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T133309Z UID:5494-1674201600-1674234000@stefanobressani.com SUMMARY:Feast of the Municipal Police for Saint Sebastian DESCRIPTION:The police officer of the future according to Stefano Bressani: when contemporary art meets civic duty\nA symbolic artwork to celebrate dedication\, humanity\, and vision. \nOn January 20\, 2023\, in the heart of Pavia\, art and institutions came together in a moment of profound meaning. On the occasion of the celebration of Saint Sebastian\, Patron Saint of the Municipal Police\, Maestro Stefano Bressani donated one of his iconic Artist’s Heads to the city and to the Command of the Municipal Police — an artwork with a powerful and evocative title: The Police Officer of the Future. \nMore than a ceremonial act\, it was a gesture filled with human and cultural significance. Bressani restores dignity and symbolic value to those who\, with discretion and daily commitment\, stand as the first interface between citizens and institutions. The often-overlooked Local Police thus receive a tribute that elevates their sense of duty\, readiness\, and vision through the universal language of art. \nKnown as the Tailor of Art for his unique technique of stitching fabrics onto sculptural forms\, Bressani reinterprets the figure of the urban police officer — no longer just a public official\, but a sentinel of the present and a guardian of the future. The Artist’s Head transcends age\, gender\, and time\, becoming a collective symbol of justice\, integrity\, and equality. \n \nAt the center of the piece stands the winged Pegasus\, national emblem of the Local Police — not only a symbol of swiftness\, but a reminder of the capacity to rise above difficulty\, a call for every officer to remain steadfast in responsibility and devotion. \nAlongside the main work\, limited-edition lithographs with fabric inserts serve as precious cultural tools\, designed to extend the presence of the artwork across institutional venues. \nIn an era when the distance between citizens and institutions often feels like a divide\, Bressani proposes a bridge woven of sensitivity and memory — giving voice to the silent strength of uniforms and transforming art into an instrument of reflection and respect.The meeting with Commander Flaviano Crocco\, held on January 10\, marked the beginning of an enduring dialogue: the artwork will be permanently housed at the Command headquarters\, becoming a collective heritage and a symbol of the bond between creativity and civic service. \nThis project represents a further step in Bressani’s journey in civic art\, following his tribute to the Carabinieri\, with plans to soon involve the Guardia di Finanza and the State Police — building a mutual recognition between institutions and society. \nWith The Police Officer of the Future\, Stefano Bressani invites us to look beyond the uniform — to see the human being and the heart behind every public gesture. In a world rushing forward and at risk of forgetting\, this work stands as an act of love toward memory and hope: a reminder that a better future can still be sewn together\, with the fabric of art. URL:https://stefanobressani.com/en/evento/feast-of-the-municipal-police-for-saint-sebastian/ LOCATION:Pavia CATEGORIES:Pavia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stefanobressani.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2023-PAVIA-FESTA-DELLA-POLIZIA-MUNICIPALE-FOTO-M.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20221008T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20221009T170000 DTSTAMP:20260514T142603 CREATED:20250723T144542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T134154Z UID:5497-1665216000-1665334800@stefanobressani.com SUMMARY:Vigevano–Pavia Marathon 2022: art meets sport on the Ticino River DESCRIPTION:Vigevano–Pavia Marathon 2022: where art meets sport on the Ticino River\, signed by Stefano Bressani\nOn October 8 and 9\, 2022\, along the banks of the Ticino River\, the 52nd edition of the Vigevano–Pavia Marathon took place — an international event that goes far beyond a mere running competition. Two intense days of sport\, art\, and tradition that redefined the way of experiencing a marathon\, turning it into an encounter of emotion\, culture\, and territory. \nThis edition celebrated a double milestone:.\nfifty years of history and a renewed artistic vision signed by the Tailor of Art\, Stefano Bressani\, renowned for transforming fabric into emotion and storytelling. \nThe symbolic strength of the Ticino’s waters\, flowing vigorously again after a long drought\, became the event’s living metaphor — a bond between past and future\, between sport and beauty\, between cities and their people. \nBressani gifted the event with a unique official image: the logo of the Vigevano–Pavia Marathon\, not just a graphic sign but a true work of art. Within its design emerge the Roman columns — symbols of strength and endurance — the Bramante Tower as a historical beacon\, and the Covered Bridge\, emblem of unity between the two cities and their shores. \n“Everything that comes from my hands must have a story\,” Bressani explains. “In this case\, I wanted to represent navigability as a symbol of union and continuity. Art cannot stand still: like water\, it must flow and embrace every aspect of life — from sport to music\, from architecture to design.” \n \nIt is not the first time that Bressani has intertwined sport and art. \nHe has created awards for world championships and medals for historic competitions\, bringing his distinctive language to the heart of the Vigevano–Pavia Marathon. Since 2022\, his symbol has been carried along the river on a traditional Barcè\, evoking a modern torchbearer of the water — a ritual that unites sacredness and grace\, strength and poetry. \nThe event’s program was rich and engaging. \nOn Friday\, October 8\, a symbolic river descent began in Bereguardo\, reaching the Canottieri Ticino in Pavia after passing through breathtaking views of the Ticino Park. Adding prestige to the event was the presence of Olympic champion Manfredi Rizza\, silver medalist at Tokyo 2021 — a symbol of determination and Italian sporting pride. \nSaturday\, October 9\, was a day of celebration\, storytelling\, and shared emotion. The Vigevano–Pavia Marathon is made of people: athletes\, organizers\, artists\, citizens. It embodies the spirit of those who run\, create\, and believe in an Italy capable of expressing itself through beauty — an Italy running at the pace of culture and respect. \nA special thanks goes to Carlo Pietra and the entire organizing committee\, who turned this race into a signature tradition — one that continues to move the hearts of athletes and art lovers\, year after year. URL:https://stefanobressani.com/en/evento/vigevano-pavia-marathon-2022-art-meets-sport-on-the-ticino-river/ LOCATION:Pavia CATEGORIES:Pavia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stefanobressani.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/VIGEVANO-PAVIA-MARATHON-FOTO-O.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20220606T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20220606T170000 DTSTAMP:20260514T142603 CREATED:20250722T082721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T141424Z UID:5504-1654502400-1654534800@stefanobressani.com SUMMARY:Pavia: Celebration of the Foundation of the Carabinieri DESCRIPTION:Art\, institutions\, and community: Stefano Bressani’s Artist’s Head enters the history of the Carabinieri in Pavia\nOn June 6\, 2022 \nDuring the celebration of the Foundation of the Carabinieri\, Piazza San Pietro in Ciel d’Oro became a place of memory\, respect\, and gratitude. Enhancing the significance of this solemn moment\, Pavian artist Stefano Bressani donated one of his most emblematic works: an Artist’s Head\, created using his unmistakable fabric modeling technique. \nThe ceremony\, one of the most heartfelt in the Pavia community\, took place in front of the Provincial Command of the Carabinieri\, a symbol of security and social cohesion. In this context\, Bressani’s sculpture assumes deep meaning: a visual and symbolic tribute to the Carabinieri as icons of integrity\, justice\, and duty. \n“My heads are the symbolic center of thought and action\,” Bressani states. “This one\, which I have the honor to donate to the Carabinieri of my city\, is a tangible sign of esteem toward institutions and their importance in society.” \nRead full speech – click here \nThe Head becomes part of the permanent collection of the barracks\, placed next to historic Carabinieri hats. Colonel Luciano Calabrò\, Provincial Commander\, welcomed the artist with words of gratitude and respect\, highlighting the high cultural value of the initiative. A clear choice: to unite art and history\, culture and service\, in a shared path. \n \nAn artwork that speaks to the collective conscience\nTwo years later\, in 2024\, Colonel Marco Iseglio\, the current Provincial Commander\, officially renewed the gesture by welcoming Stefano Bressani into his office to present a formal certificate of esteem. An intimate\, authentic moment confirming how art can forge profound bonds between seemingly distant worlds. \nThis is not a mere formality but a recognition of the human and symbolic value of the work — a bridge between the individual and the institution\, between the language of form and that of daily service. \nFrom the beginning\, a rapport developed between the artist and the Colonel\, built over time with shared looks\, dialogues\, and values. A connection beyond roles\, reflecting a common vision: a Carabinieri force close to citizens\, capable of listening\, welcoming\, and building. \nWhere art meets duty\nIn a time when reference points seem to fade\, this reciprocal gesture becomes exemplary. Not just a celebration\, but a profound connection between culture and institutions\, between artist and territory. \nThis initiative proves that art can enter places of duty\, remain there\, and silently speak to those who traverse them every day — offering vision\, thought\, and reflection. \n\nAn artist who enters not as a stranger\, but as a witness.\nA commander who opens not just a door\, but a dialogue.\nHere\, where art and institution shake hands\, a bridge is built.\n\n\n  \nAnd this bridge speaks to all. URL:https://stefanobressani.com/en/evento/pavia-celebration-of-the-foundation-of-the-carabinieri/ LOCATION:Piazza S. Pietro in Ciel d’Oro27100 Pavia PV\, Piazza S. Pietro in Ciel d'Oro\, Pavia\, PV\, 27100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Pavia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stefanobressani.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2022-PAVIA-FESTA-DELL_ARMA-DEI-CARABINIERI-FOTO-E.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20210904T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20211003T170000 DTSTAMP:20260514T142603 CREATED:20250715T090347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T154604Z UID:5530-1630742400-1633280400@stefanobressani.com SUMMARY:Bressani in Pavia: 70 Years of the Bridge at the Broletto DESCRIPTION:Bressani in Pavia: 70 Years of the Bridge at the Broletto\nBressani 70 Years of the Bridge Pavia is a site-specific installation celebrating the deep bond between art\, city\, and memory. Hosted in 2021 at Palazzo del Broletto – Spazio Ex IAT\, the work is an artistic tribute to the Ponte Coperto\, symbol of the city of Pavia and its history of reconstruction. \n  \n \nA bridge between past and future\nStefano Bressani’s installation stands as an act of connection — not only physical but symbolic. The bridge becomes a metaphor for transformation\, relationship\, and rebirth. The Sculture Vestite\, composed of fabric and nails\, intertwine in a material and poetic language that speaks of union\, fracture\, and reconstruction. \nColor as the language of memory\nThe dominant tones — deep blues\, intense reds\, and vibrant yellows — express an interior landscape: the pain of loss and the hope of rebirth. Each color is an emotion\, each shade a trace of collective memory embodied by the bridge. \nA sensorial and immersive journey\nThe work unfolds as a dreamlike path. Fabrics\, suspended like veils of time\, converse with light and with the surrounding space. Two symbolic openings — sun and moon — transform the sculpture into an abstract landscape\, a visual and spiritual experience that transcends aesthetics and enters the viewer’s intimate dimension. \nPavia as the stage of art\nAt the heart of the city\, the Broletto’s Ex IAT space becomes a place of reflection and vision. 70 Years of the Bridge thus becomes an integral part of Pavia’s cultural and urban fabric\, in dialogue with the city’s history and identity. \nBeyond sculpture: an invitation to vision\nBressani’s sculpture is not only an installation but an invitation to look beyond matter — to reread the everyday landscape with new eyes. An experience that connects artist and observer through a symbolic bridge of emotions\, between what has been and what can still be. \n  URL:https://stefanobressani.com/en/evento/bressani-in-pavia-70-years-of-the-bridge-at-the-broletto/ LOCATION:Palazzo del Broletto\, Via Comune\, 15\, 27100 Pavia PV\, Pavia\, Italy CATEGORIES:Pavia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stefanobressani.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/MAIN-24.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20210830T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20210904T170000 DTSTAMP:20260514T142603 CREATED:20250715T091659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T154958Z UID:5533-1630310400-1630774800@stefanobressani.com SUMMARY:Stefano Bressani and the Enduro ISDE Italy 2021 Award DESCRIPTION:Stefano Bressani and the Enduro ISDE Italy 2021 Award\nStefano Bressani – Enduro ISDE Award 2021: a unique union between art and sport\, taking center stage at the 95th International Six Days of Enduro (ISDE) World Championship\, held from August 30 to September 4\, 2021\, across Lombardy and Piedmont. \n  \n \n\nAn artistic award for the Enduro World Championship\nFor the first time in Enduro history\, the top-ranked club from the host nation received an exceptional recognition: the Italian Club Trophy – Regione Lombardia Award\, conceived and created by artist and off-road motorcyclist Stefano Bressani. This collaboration celebrates the shared passion and dedication that unite contemporary art and the world of off-road racing. \n“Riders’ heads”: the art of focus and strength\nBressani is known for his innovative sculptures\, the Riders’ Heads\, first exhibited in 2014 at the National Automobile Museum of Turin and featured as the prize for the fastest rider of the Pavia–Venice Raid.The 1950s leather helmet and futuristic mask evoke a journey through history and the future\, conveying the energy\, tension\, and sacrifice typical of Enduro. \nA symbolic and chromatically evocative work\nThe award made its debut in Portimão\, Portugal\, featuring a color palette that blends metallic and solar hues — gray and yellow — inspired by Pantone 2021 tones and by nature. The result is a living artwork\, capable of expressing emotion\, competition\, and innovation. \nArt and motorcycling: a profound connection\nBressani’s artistic vision transforms his creations into universal symbols of control\, strength\, and adrenaline\, embodying the very essence of off-road motorcycling. The Italian Club Trophy is much more than a prize — it is a manifesto of how creativity and passion can intertwine\, transcending the boundaries between two seemingly distant worlds. \n  URL:https://stefanobressani.com/en/evento/stefano-bressani-and-the-enduro-isde-italy-2021-award/ LOCATION:Rivanazzano Terme CATEGORIES:Pavia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stefanobressani.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2021-ISDE-ITALIA-LOCANDONA-A-main-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200403 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200404 DTSTAMP:20260514T142603 CREATED:20250715T081335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T074417Z UID:5560-1585872000-1585958399@stefanobressani.com SUMMARY:CGTN visits Bressani: art that connects China and Italy DESCRIPTION:CGTN visits Stefano Bressani: art that connects China and Italy\nCGTN visited Stefano Bressani’s studio in Pavia—a journey beyond the interview\, between sculpture\, emotion\, and shared memory\, discovering the textile art that bridges East and West. \n  \n \nAn immersive experience between art and culture\nIn the heart of Stefano Bressani’s studio\, art becomes experience. The Italian crew of the China Global Television Network (CGTN) explored his creative space to narrate a universe made of fabrics\, forms\, and visual storytelling. \nSculture Vestite: emotion and form\nThe Sculture Vestite astonish with their delicacy and strength. The fabrics seem to come alive\, defying stillness\, speaking of both tradition and innovation. For CGTN\, it was more than an artistic encounter—it was a deep dialogue between material\, technique\, and emotion. \nA symbolic bridge between East and West\nThe visit offered an opportunity to reflect on the connection between Chinese textile art and Bressani’s creations. Just as silk once traveled along the Silk Road\, carrying cultures and stories\, so Bressani’s works weave together memory and vision\, transforming fabric into living sculpture. \n  \n\nTradition\, spirituality\, and innovation\nFabric—laden with symbolism in both cultures—becomes a shared language. The Sculture Vestite do not merely decorate: they speak\, communicate\, and evoke. An art form that moves between identity and contemporaneity. \nThe beginning of a new cultural exchange\nThe meeting with CGTN was not just a television feature—it was the beginning of an authentic dialogue between Italian contemporary art and the Chinese public\, a bridge made of emotion\, fabric\, and shared vision. \n  URL:https://stefanobressani.com/en/evento/cgtn-visits-bressani-art-that-connects-china-and-italy/ LOCATION:Pavia CATEGORIES:Pavia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://stefanobressani.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Screenshot-2025-07-15-alle-10.22.12.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20191124T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20200329T170000 DTSTAMP:20260514T142603 CREATED:20250710T101231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T074823Z UID:5564-1574582400-1585501200@stefanobressani.com SUMMARY:Looking for Monna Lisa in Pavia: art and mystery DESCRIPTION:Looking for Monna Lisa in Pavia: art\, mystery\, and contemporary visions\nThere is a gaze that endures through centuries—observing without judgment\, guarding secrets behind a faint smile. It is the gaze of the Monna Lisa\, the most enigmatic face in art history\, an eternal symbol of Leonardo da Vinci’s genius. Five hundred years after his death\, Pavia pays homage with Looking for Monna Lisa\, a widespread\, emotional\, and contemporary exhibition. \nCurated by Valerio Dehò and promoted by the Municipality of Pavia with the support of the Fondazione Banca del Monte di Lombardia\, the show transforms the city into an open-air gallery: from the Church of Santa Maria Gualtieri to the Broletto\, from the Visconti Castle to the Town Hall Square. Each location becomes a stop along a journey through identity\, femininity\, memory\, and the gaze. \n \nA myth that continues to reinvent itself\nWho was Monna Lisa\, really? A Florentine lady? A Lombard noblewoman? Or perhaps\, as the immersive installation Monna Lisa who? by Karmachina and Studio Dune suggests\, the mysterious Isabella of Aragon? Beyond her historical identity\, it is the mystery that captivates—and it is this very enigma that inspired the 39 international artists featured in the exhibition. \nThe more than 40 works offer pop\, conceptual\, ironic\, and critical interpretations of the world’s most famous face. Monna Lisa multiplies\, disguises herself\, fades\, and reinvents her image. Alongside the collages of Jiri Kolar\, the reflections of Vettor Pisani\, the provocations of Orlan\, and the wit of Ben Vautier\, stands one of the most intimate and original works: La GIOKONDA by Stefano Bressani. \nLa GIOKONDA by Stefano Bressani: a living and poetic tribute\nIt is not a mere reinterpretation—it is an encounter. With La GIOKONDA\, Stefano Bressani transforms Leonardo’s icon into a living body made of fabric\, memory\, and humanity. The famous Monna Lisa remains recognizable\, yet transformed. Her face\, composed of recycled fabrics\, tells silent stories—emotions stitched with the care of one who listens to matter itself. \nThe “K” in the title—GIOKONDA—is more than a graphic choice: it is a deliberate break\, a playful gesture that becomes both artistic and symbolic. A declaration of love for the original\, yet also an act of creative freedom. \nIn Bressani’s language\, fabric is not merely aesthetic material—it is flesh\, skin\, and spirit. The garment of the work becomes a living body\, a symbol of womanhood and its connection to nature. The flowing blue hair evokes the sea and the feminine archetype\, while the leaves adorning her head speak of rebirth and awareness. \nHer gaze does not follow us—it questions us. It does not seek reassurance\, but invites inquiry. Who are we? What do we see? Are we truly ready to look? \n\nAn art to live\, not merely to contemplate\nLike all of Bressani’s Sculture Vestite\, La GIOKONDA is meant to be close—not confined to a museum\, but ready to inhabit our homes and our lives. A presence that changes with us\, that watches\, accompanies\, and reminds us that beauty is never static but a continuous rebirth. \nWith this poetic gesture\, Bressani brings Leonardo to life once more. And the Gioconda still looks upon us—with new eyes. \n  URL:https://stefanobressani.com/en/evento/looking-for-monna-lisa-in-pavia-art-and-mystery/ LOCATION:Castello visconteo\, Pavia\, Italy CATEGORIES:Pavia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stefanobressani.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/main-19.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20181012T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20251012T170000 DTSTAMP:20260514T142603 CREATED:20250724T070022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T153038Z UID:5425-1539331200-1760288400@stefanobressani.com SUMMARY:Sport and art in motion: Stefano Bressani’s signature makes CorriPavia unique from 2018 to 2025 DESCRIPTION:Pavia – Sunday\, October 12\, 2025\nThe countdown has already begun for one of Northern Italy’s most beloved running events: CorriPavia\, now reaching its 21st edition. While the race has always been the beating heart of the event\, in recent years another rhythm has joined its pace — the artistic soul of Maestro Stefano Bressani\, the Pavia-born artist behind the now-celebrated Skultomedal\, the “artwork-medal” that has symbolically accompanied every participant since 2018. \n2018: the aesthetic revolution of the medal\nThe turning point came in 2018\, during the 16th edition of CorriPavia. For the first time\, the medal was not just a commemorative object but a true wearable sculpture. It was signed by Stefano Bressani\, an internationally renowned Pavia-born artist known for his “Sculture Vestite”\, three-dimensional works made from reclaimed fabrics. \nThe Skultomedal redefined the imagery of running competitions\, blending art and sport into an innovative visual language. Through dynamic\, colorful forms\, Bressani translated the spirit of Pavia — the Visconti Castle\, the Ticino River\, the medieval towers — into a contemporary and distinctive symbol\, transforming the medal into an emblem of the event’s identity. \n \n2019: when art meets the running shirt\nThe following year\, the Skultomedal doubled its presence. Alongside the medal came the official race t-shirt\, once again designed by Bressani\, bringing the artwork directly onto the runners’ chests. Thanks to a partnership with technical sponsor Karhu\, the shirt became a moving canvas — an extension of art in motion. It was the year of the “Author’s CorriPavia\,” as described by Franco Corona\, president of Atletica 100 Torri\, who emphasized the strategic value of this fusion between sport\, art\, and territorial promotion. \n2020–2022: pause and revival\nThe pandemic halted the event in 2020 and 2021\, and it did not take place in 2022 either. However\, Bressani’s presence — and that of his creation — remained alive in the collective imagination. An “on-track” edition of the race was organized\, maintaining the connection between art\, sport\, and community. \n2023: rebirth with the 20th edition\nOn September 24\, 2023\, CorriPavia returned with a Special Edition. The medals became entirely eco-sustainable\, crafted from recycled wood and printed with zero emissions. The design remained faithful to Bressani’s original concept\, reaffirming a now-recognizable identity. The official t-shirt also featured the Skultomedal at its center\, once again in collaboration with Karhu. \n2024: two colors\, one signature\nIn the 2024 edition\, the Skultomedal appeared in two versions: burgundy for the Mini CorriPavia and midnight blue for the 10K\, both octagonal and made from FSC and PEFC®-certified wood. Once again\, Bressani’s signature defined the runner’s experience: each medal was not merely a souvenir but a collectible artwork — a statement of beauty and environmental respect. \n2025: art keeps running\nOn October 12\, 2025\, CorriPavia will celebrate the fifth consecutive year of collaboration with Stefano Bressani. The message is clear: \nrunning is not just about athletic performance\, but also about culture\, aesthetics\, and civic engagement. \nThe urban route\, winding among Pavia’s historic landmarks\, becomes an open-air gallery where art finds new vitality through the vision of an artist capable of turning a simple object into a visual and symbolic story. URL:https://stefanobressani.com/en/evento/sport-and-art-in-motion-stefano-bressanis-signature-makes-corripavia-unique-from-2018-to-2025/ LOCATION:Pavia CATEGORIES:Pavia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stefanobressani.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/MAIN-41.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20151205T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20160320T170000 DTSTAMP:20260514T142603 CREATED:20250707T092015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T124227Z UID:5611-1449302400-1458493200@stefanobressani.com SUMMARY:Picasso and his passions: Bressani in exhibition in Pavia DESCRIPTION:A contemporary dialogue with Guernica\nThe exhibition Picasso and his passions\, held at Palazzo Vistarino in Pavia\, offers an exciting journey into the creative universe of one of the greatest masters of modern art. Among over two hundred works including drawings\, ceramics\, and oils\, the exhibition also features three original Italian reinterpretations of the famous painting Guernica\, created by Stefano Bressani\, Paolo Baratella\, and Paolo Ceribelli. \n\nThe work of Stefano Bressani: “Urlo alla vita”\nBressani’s installation\, by the Pavia-born artist of 1973 known for his Sculture Vestite\, is titled Urlo alla Vita (“Cry to life”). Created with recycled fabric\, the work conveys a message of hope in contrast to the anguish of war depicted in Picasso’s masterpiece. An animal biting a man’s hand symbolizes the rebellion of nature and the desire for rebirth\, highlighted by warm colors and a radiant sun that evoke a bright future. \nThe exhibition and other reinterpretations of Guernica\nPromoted by The Mad Box\, the event opened on December 19\, 2015\, and remained on view until March 20\, 2016. Thanks to a multimedia screen installed in the exhibition\, visitors could explore the history of Guernica and follow the creative process behind the three contemporary interpretations. \n\nPaolo Baratella – “Per Guernica ora”\nBaratella interprets the drama of war in a contemporary key\, launching a clear appeal for a firm “NO” to violence and oppression. His work denounces the real causes of conflict\, such as the lust for power and the control of resources\, often masked by ideologies. \nPaolo Ceribelli – “.CODE.”\nUsing a striking visual language\, Ceribelli reflects on how society turns horrors into routine. The obsessive repetition of Guernica’s image becomes a warning against indifference and the cyclical resurgence of violence. \nA collective reflection on Picasso’s legacy\nThe exhibition represents an important opportunity for dialogue between eras\, styles\, and languages. The works of Bressani\, Baratella\, and Ceribelli offer a plural reinterpretation of Guernica\, keeping its symbolic power and universal message against all forms of oppression alive. URL:https://stefanobressani.com/en/evento/picasso-and-his-passions-bressani-in-exhibition-in-pavia/ LOCATION:Palazzo Vistarino\, Via Sant’Ennodio\, 26 27100\, PAVIA\, Italy CATEGORIES:Pavia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stefanobressani.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/MAIN-8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20140607T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20140608T170000 DTSTAMP:20260514T142603 CREATED:20250704T133831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T101742Z UID:5639-1402128000-1402246800@stefanobressani.com SUMMARY:Palio del Ticino Pavia – The Ponte Coperto in Bressani’s sculptures DESCRIPTION:Stefano Bressani celebrates the Ponte Coperto of Pavia\nThe Palio del Ticino in Pavia\, held in June 2014\, saw contemporary art take center stage thanks to Stefano Bressani’s work. For the eighth edition of the event\, the Pavia-born artist created the official banner for the Palio\, celebrating one of the city’s most beloved symbols: the Ponte Coperto. \nThe Ponte Coperto: a symbol of unity\nBressani chose the Ponte Coperto as the subject for the Palio del Ticino\, emblematic of the city’s identity. Rebuilt after World War II\, the bridge connects the two banks of the Ticino River\, uniting the city not only physically but also culturally and symbolically. For the artist\, the bridge conveys a message of continuity and connection across eras and traditions. \n\n \nBressani’s work for the Palio del Ticino\nBressani’s famous Sculture Vestite transform ordinary fabrics into three-dimensional artworks. His unique technique gave life to a banner full of meaning\, paraded through the streets of Pavia during the historical procession. The Palio del Ticino was thus enriched with a profound artistic interpretation\, blending historical memory and contemporary language. \nAn artistic commitment to the city\nBressani sees his art as a dialogue with the community. His participation in the Palio del Ticino Pavia is not only an aesthetic tribute but also an act of social responsibility. The artist aimed to convey the deep connection between the city\, its symbols\, and traditions\, offering a vision that draws from the past to imagine a shared future. \nArt and identity at the heart of the event\nThanks to Bressani’s work\, the 2014 Palio del Ticino confirmed its value not only as a sporting and folkloric event but also as a space for reflection on cultural identity. Art naturally integrated into the festival\, once again demonstrating its power to unite people\, stories\, and perspectives. \n\n  URL:https://stefanobressani.com/en/evento/palio-del-ticino-pavia-the-ponte-coperto-in-bressanis-sculptures/ LOCATION:Ponte Coperto\, Ponte Coperto\, 27100 Pavia PV\, Pavia\, Italy CATEGORIES:Pavia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stefanobressani.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/MAIN-5.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20120623T083000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20120808T200000 DTSTAMP:20260514T142603 CREATED:20250704T092442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T124932Z UID:5654-1340440200-1344456000@stefanobressani.com SUMMARY:Stefano Bressani at the Palazzo delle Arti Contemporanee del Broletto DESCRIPTION:A solo exhibition in the artist’s hometown\nIn June 2012\, the Palazzo delle Arti Contemporanee del Broletto in Pavia hosted Thinking Pop\, a solo exhibition by Stefano Bressani that marked a moment of particular recognition in the artist’s hometown. With 38 works on display\, the exhibition combined the unmistakable style of his Sculture Vestite with the aim of linking contemporary art and local heritage. \n\nThe venue: the Broletto of Pavia\nA historic building in the heart of Lombardy\nThe Broletto of Pavia\, home to the exhibition\, is full of history and atmosphere. Built in the 12th century\, with Romanesque\, Gothic\, and Renaissance elements\, it is the oldest broletto in Lombardy. \nToday\, it hosts temporary exhibitions promoted by the Municipality of Pavia\, with a focus on contemporary art and dialogue between emerging and established artists. \nThinking Pop: a manifesto exhibition\nIn this context\, Thinking Pop revealed itself as a manifesto exhibition. The project\, conceived to be itinerant\, started in Pavia with the intention of creating a bridge between Bressani’s artistic vision and the cultural fabric of host cities. \nThe works on display span the first phase of his career\, from pop-world icons – cinematic tributes\, famous faces\, and archetypal figures – to a homage to the Duomo of Pavia\, Italy’s third-largest dome\, interpreted through deconstructed architectural forms and three-dimensional fabrics. \nOfficial inauguration and authoritative voices\nAt the opening press conference\, alongside the artist\, were Mayor Alessandro Cattaneo\, Cultural Assessor Gian Marco Centinaio\, and art critic Mauro Di Vito from the University of Pisa\, who offered a historical-artistic reading of Bressani’s work. \nThe language of the Sculture Vestite\nMatter\, symbol\, and identity\nThe conceptual core of the exhibition revolves around transforming matter into symbol: clothing fabrics\, recovered and assembled\, become expressive tools of a personal vision where art\, memory\, and consumption intertwine. \nThe works convey energy\, volume\, and identity\, interacting with the viewer through shared cultural references and a highly recognizable aesthetic. \nMaliumbas© and the ecological message\nAt the end of the exhibition path\, an ambient sound installation accompanies Maliumbas©\, a work dedicated to nature and sustainability. \nHere\, Bressani’s language extends to themes of ecology and recycling\, making his art not only an aesthetic object but also a tool for reflection. \nPublic success and cultural value\nThinking Pop was a success in terms of audience and emotional engagement. It represented not only a tribute to the city of Pavia but also an important milestone in Bressani’s artistic journey. \nThe event projected his poetic vision beyond local boundaries\, offering a contemporary perspective in dialogue with the world. URL:https://stefanobressani.com/en/evento/stefano-bressani-at-the-palazzo-delle-arti-contemporanee-del-broletto/ LOCATION:Palazzo del Broletto\, Via Comune\, 15\, 27100 Pavia PV\, Pavia\, Italy CATEGORIES:Pavia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stefanobressani.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/MAIN-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20090411T083000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20090419T200000 DTSTAMP:20260514T142603 CREATED:20241025T140450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T133844Z UID:5673-1239438600-1240171200@stefanobressani.com SUMMARY:Sculture Vestite at the Castello Visconteo of Pavia DESCRIPTION:A contemporary art event in Pavia\nThe Castello Visconteo of Pavia\, built in 1360 by order of Galeazzo II Visconti\, is one of the city’s most significant historical symbols. It was the residence of the Visconti courts of Gian Galeazzo and Filippo Maria Visconti and preserves great architectural and cultural value. \nToday\, it houses the Civic Museums of Pavia\, a major museum complex collecting art\, archaeology\, and history\, and serving as a reference point for local and national culture.\nOfficial website of the Civic Museums of Pavia \n\nExhibition spaces and enhancement of contemporary art\nThe revival of the castle’s underground spaces\nThe castle’s underground spaces\, originally used as military stables from the 18th to 19th centuries\, were restored and transformed into an elegant exhibition area dedicated to contemporary art. \nThis historic environment was designed to promote dialogue between the ancient and the contemporary\, encouraging the exchange of artistic languages and stimulating new forms of interaction and cultural inclusion. \n“In Contemporanea”: current art in the Civic Museum\nA new exhibition cycle\nIn 2009\, the In Contemporanea project was launched\, a new section dedicated to current art\, aimed at promoting emerging and established artists through innovative exhibitions. \nStefano Bressani inaugurates the project with Sculture Vestite\nThe first exhibition of this cycle featured Stefano Bressani’s Sculture Vestite. The Pavia-born artist stands out in the Italian contemporary art scene for a unique and original sculptural technique based on the expert use of fabrics. \nBiography of Stefano Bressani \nThe exhibition: 35 works combining pop art\, tailoring\, and sculpture\nThe Technique of Sculture Vestite\nThe exhibition presented 35 works created between 2007 and 2008\, in which the artist combines elements of sculpture\, tailoring\, and design to create three-dimensional figures ranging from: \n\nPop portraits inspired by cinema icons such as Marilyn Monroe and James Dean\nFemale nudes\nArchitectural works and landscapes\nMusical and natural references\n\nColors\, forms\, and materials: Bressani’s visual language\nEach work features a skillful use of colors\, materials\, and forms that communicate a personal and innovative vision\, creating a balance between aesthetics and concept\, craftsmanship and research. \n  \n\n\nA turning point in Stefano Bressani’s career\nSculture Vestite marked a fundamental moment in Bressani’s career: his first official museum exhibition in his hometown\, an important recognition opening an expressive path based on: \n\nTechnical experimentation\nEnhancement of textile material\nConnection between art and local culture\nReinterpretation of pop language through volume and color URL:https://stefanobressani.com/en/evento/sculture-vestite-at-the-castello-visconteo-of-pavia/ LOCATION:Castello visconteo\, Pavia\, Italy CATEGORIES:Pavia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stefanobressani.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/MAIN.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR