Astra Codex

Exhibitions

From January to June 2026, the Istituto de’ Bardi in Florence hosts ASTRA CODEX, a textile art exhibition by Daniele Davitti at Palazzo Capponi, curated by Lavinia Pini. Trained between Polimoda and the Bunka Fashion College in Osaka, Davitti has focused exclusively on textile art and embroidery since 2019, earning international recognition, including selection for the 2024 Contextile Biennale and inclusion in the Homo Faber Guide.

The exhibition consists in twelve zodiac-inspired panels reimagined as anthropomorphic figures, alongside insights into the creative process. The works will later form a single folding screen, embodying the dialogue between tradition and contemporary innovation. Guided tours by Città Nascosta will further connect the artworks to the city through themed urban itineraries.

Info and reservations for guided tours: Associazione Città Nascosta Firenze.

Crédito de la foto

Fondazione CR Firenze | Istituto de' Bardi

Información rápida

Municipios

Firenze

Sitio web

Istituto de'Bardi

Osservatorio Mestieri d'Arte - Fondazione CRF

Correo electrónico

segreteria@istitutodebardi.org

Teléfono

+39 055 0736028

+39 344 4110386

Equipo

Astra Codex

Special Openings, tours and workshops

Exhibitions

Each of Davitti’s works is the result of exceptional technical mastery: entirely hand-embroidered with white and gold threads on antique fabrics dyed in antique pink, the panels are further embellished with freshwater pearls and crystals. The series celebrates the centuries-old bond between Florence and astrology, referencing iconic sites such as San Miniato al Monte and the Fountain of Neptune. Alongside the panels, the exhibition includes a section devoted to the creative process, featuring preparatory drawings and a making-of video.

Cuando

24/01/2026 - 14/06/2026

By reservation only: segreteria@istitutodebardi.org

Precios

Free entrance

Dónde

Istituto de' Bardi