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Luigi Castiglioni: Visionary Sports Poster Art Exhibition at the Museum of Sport and Tourism in Warsaw

This display celebrates 100 dynamic works by Castiglioni, transforming athletic action into captivating art.

The 'Luigi Castiglioni – wizjoner sportu' exhibition at the Museum of Sport and Tourism in Warsaw honors an internationally acclaimed painter and master of sports poster art. Visitors can delve into a collection of 100 works, many classics of world poster art, which stylize athletic gestures. This display also explores Castiglioni's significant connection to Poland, including his support during the Solidarity movement.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition at the Museum of Sport and Tourism in Warsaw celebrates Luigi Castiglioni, a world-renowned painter and master of sports poster art. It showcases 100 of his dynamic works, transforming athletic action into art and exploring his connection with Poland.

Curatorial context

The exhibition 'Luigi Castiglioni – wizjoner sportu' at the Museum of Sport and Tourism in Warsaw pays tribute to the internationally acclaimed painter and sports poster artist, Luigi Castiglioni. Prepared in collaboration with the Luigi Castiglioni Association in Maisons-Laffitte, France, the exhibition features 100 of his works, many of which are considered classics of world poster art. Castiglioni, described as an 'dreamlike visionary,' elevated sports posters to the level of fine art by stylizing the gestures and efforts of athletes. His connection to Poland, particularly his support during the Solidarity movement, is also highlighted, with a focus on two posters related to Polish solidarity. The exhibition is divided into two sections: one on the 4th floor of the Olympic Centre displays memorabilia, awards, photographs, and albums, alongside two posters with a Polish theme and those depicting events like the 'International Walking Marathon.' The -1 floor gallery presents a wider selection of Castiglioni's sports-themed posters, illustrating various disciplines such as boxing, cycling, football, and more, as well as events featuring famous athletes. The exhibition's opening on October 15, 2013, was attended by esteemed guests, including Tersilia Castiglioni, the artist's widow and president of the Association, who donated a collection of 100 posters to the museum's collection. Representatives from the French and Italian Embassies in Warsaw, along with notable figures from the world of sports and culture such as Irena Szewińska and Professor Wojciech Zabłocki, were present. The exhibition provided a unique opportunity to appreciate the art of a passionate sportsman who translated his perception of sports and athletes into artistic language.

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Venue
Museum of Sport and Tourism
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Oct 15, 2013 – Nov 4, 2013
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The exhibition showcases the works of Luigi Castiglioni, a world-renowned painter and master of sports poster art, whose connection with Poland and the Solidarity movement is also highlighted.
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