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Discover 'Dal cuore alle mani: Dolce&Gabbana' in Milan: An Exhibition of Craftsmanship and Style

Explore the craftsmanship and inspirations behind Dolce&Gabbana's Alta Moda collections, curated by Florence Müller.

The 'Dal cuore alle mani: Dolce&Gabbana' exhibition delved into a decade of significant creations from the Alta Moda, Alta Sastrería, and Alta Joyería collections. Held at the Palazzo Reale in Milan, this retrospective showcased the renowned designers' intricate craftsmanship and unique inspirations. Explore the immersive room narratives that brought their artistic vision to life through textile braiding, patchwork, and elaborate embroidery.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition explores the significant creations from Dolce&Gabbana's Alta Moda, Alta Sastrería, and Alta Joyería collections over the past decade. Curated by Florence Müller, it showcases the designers' craftsmanship and inspirations through immersive room narratives.

Curatorial context

Held at the Palazzo Reale in Milan from April 7 to August 4, 2024, 'Dal cuore alle mani: Dolce&Gabbana' delves into the world of the renowned Italian designers. Curated by Florence Müller, the exhibition features significant works from their Alta Moda, Alta Sastrería, and Alta Joyería collections, spanning the period from 2013 to 2023. The display is organized into eleven distinct rooms, each designed to create an independent narrative with its own atmosphere, volume, and textures, enhanced by music and lighting. The exhibition emphasizes the 'fatto a mano' (handmade) aspect of their creations, showcasing intricate techniques like textile braiding, patchwork, and elaborate embroidery. Specific rooms are dedicated to themes such as "Il Gattopardo," inspired by the novel and film, the artistry of glass, "Devotion" featuring sacred imagery, "La Sastrería" recreating the atelier, and influences from Italian painting and architecture. Other sections explore "Tradición siciliana" with vibrant regional influences, "El barroco blanco" highlighting innovation in tailoring, "Diosas en los sueños" drawing from Greco-Roman mythology, and "Ópera" reflecting their connection to the Milanese La Scala. The final room, "En el corazón de Milán," features the oldest piece and serves as a tribute to the city.

Admission and ticket notes

The exhibition was held at the Palazzo Reale in Milan from April 7 to August 4, 2024. Information regarding specific ticketing policies or admission details for this past exhibition is not available on this review page.

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Venue
Museo Nacional de Artes Decorativas
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Apr 7, 2024 – Aug 4, 2024
Artist line / attribution
The exhibition showcases creations by the design duo Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana, curated by Florence Müller.
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