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THE SIXTH SENSE The expression “sixth sense” might be thought of as a misnomer that falsely suggests there’s only one additional sense besides the traditional five senses of sight, hearing, touch, smell, and taste, a classification attributed to Aristotle.

Well, I dare say our magazine caters to all of them and then some. In particular, to please your sense of taste, sight and smell Mark Robinow Publisher / Editor in chief

we have found some astonishing museum food temples in three continents that will make your mouth and eyes water.

We hope that our presentation of a few noteworthy destinations in India will – at the very least – give you food for thought and an additional reason to go.

Many of us know Sylvester Stallone of ”Rocky“ fame, but do you know that he´s a very well-respected painter as well? Have a look inside and do share your opinion with us on whatever you find senseful or senseless.

We at Artology await your generous input.

Thank you!

Mark Robinow

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Anish Kapoor’s Underwolrd

Cities, Museums and Soft Power

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Karen Knorr Artist Portrait

Cruise Like a Rock Star, Fly Like an Eagle

Venice Biennale

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Sylvester Stallone in the Arts

India Here we Come

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Museum Food Temples 12 Tidbits 18 St. Moritz Art Masters 42 Salzburg Special

Honeymoon Hot Spots

66 Editor’s Voice 92 Going for Gold 96 Questionnaire 98 Masthead

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C O N T R I

Florian Wupperfeld

Avis Cardella

Our new cultural ambassador is one of these rare people who

Avis writes about photogra-

are good at whatever they start

phy, design, lifestyle and the

in life. Florian studied film pro-

psychology of shopping. Her

duction at UCLA , then became

work has appeared in numer-

a fine art photographer and

ous international publications

afterwards established himself

including: British Vogue, The

as a trend scout for many inter-

New York Times, American Photo, Glamour UK, Quest, and Bentley Magazine. She is the author of “Spent: Memoirs of a Shopping Addict” and has just finished writing a novel about “a very near future food crisis.” Avis has also co-authored the book “Fashion Images de Mode“ which was published by Steidl. She lives in Paris with her husband.

Philippe Kjellgren

national labels such as Smart, Soho House Group, BMW, The New York Times, Hermes, just to name a few. We are very

Artology’s new travel Editor at

happy and proud to have an

Large is a successful serial en-

international expert reporting

trepreneur and founder of Kiwi

on the coolest new museums,

Collection and also creator of

galleries and creative heads

the Visa Luxury Hotel Collec-

from around the globe.

tion for Visa’s premium card-

John Robinow With a background in working as an award-winning creative group head in advertising agencies in New York, Vienna and Frankfurt, John spent the 80s &

holders. Philipp has visited

90s reporting from East Asia

more than 1500 hotels in his

and then Latin America for

life and will continue doing so

National Public Radio. He

for our magazine always pre-

now lives in Frankfurt again

senting the coolest, newest,

and works freelance as a wri-

arty and exciting properties.

ter. He is a regularly contributing editor to Artology, where he also functions as copy editor.

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B U T O R S

Ming Liu

Dr. Dominik Pförringer When Munich-born Dominik is not on duty at one of Munich’s preferred city hospitals, he is

Filippo TattoniMarcozzi

Born in China and living in London for quite a few years, Ming has not only written a beautiful novel in 2012 but

a very keen follower of everything that is happening in the

Filippo Tattoni-Marcozzi has

international art and design

made himself a name as an art

world or alternatively check-

advisor, curator and journalist

ing out the newest supercars.

on both sides of the Atlantic.

His, at times, very humorous

Filippo has worked at Christie’s

and witty writing style, which

Auction House before working

definitely comes from his deep

as the manager of Tim Jefferies’

bavarian background, is some-

Hamiltons Gallery and becom-

thing the various publications

ing the curator and advisor to

are more than happy about,

many world famous collectors

and we at Artology are ex-

such as, George Michael’s

tremely fond of. Have a look

Goss-Michael Foundation, Sir

at his writtings on the art of

Elton John, Goldman Sachs

Mr. Sylvester Stallone.

and Ferragamo. So it is with

also writes for various prestigious business & lifestyle publications such as: The China

Mamé Gamamy

Daily, Wall Street Journal and London Financial Times’ “How

Romanian-Guinean Mamé

to spend it” covering subjects

Gamamy is a journalist by

such as Chinese Art, design,

profession and has lived in

travel, lifestyle and luxury.

many places around the world until settling in Munich where she freelances for various publications about subjects such as economic developments and travel. It is traveling however she enjoys writing about the most as it

great pleasure that we welcome

is also her favorite pastime.

him to the Artology family

Mamé writes her articles at

and present his expert weigh-

ease in 3 different languages.

in on his favourites from this year’s Venice Biennale.

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UNDERWORLD Anish Kapoor digs up the dirt at the Palace of Versailles

Text: Avis Cardella

Ditches, dirt, disconcerting mirrors, and a bottomless whirlpool are all part of the summer 2015 contemporary art exhibition at the Palace of Versailles.

The artist behind this untidy presentation is Anish Kapoor, and the effect is dramatic, disturbing, and, not surprisingly, controversial.

Anish Kapoor Versailles, which consists of five sculptures in 800

surroundings, as well as the palace itself, into a bulbous form,

hectares of grounds, disrupts the imposed order and symmetry

while the concave side turns everything upside down, including

synonymous with the renowned garden’s creator, André Le Nôtre,

the visitors standing before it. The destabilization continues with

by playing with nature’s chaotic curves and distinct dualities:

a second reflective sculpture, the spherical ‘Sky Mirror’ where

heaven and earth, shadow and light, inside and outside and, of

sun and clouds pass across its surface, sometimes creating such

course, visible and invisible. The desired chaos arrives in the

brilliant beams of light that it becomes blinding. A nod, perhaps,

form of Kapoor’s delightful ‘C-Curve’ a high-polished reflective

to the power of the Sun King himself, Louis XIV, and to the

steel wall, which circles to form the letter C. Installed beneath

ground’s ‘Apollo Fountain’ depicting the Greek sun god driving a

the palace’s Hall of Mirrors, it’s convex side distorts the familiar

horse-drawn chariot.

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blood-colored wax, evocative of flesh and entails. Still, the most polemical of the show’s sculptures is its largest and most imposing. ‘Dirty Corner’ is situated on the Tapis Vert, or ‘green carpet’ of the grounds, where Kapoor has “flayed” the landscape, dug up the earth and uncovered the underbelly of Le Nôtre’s geo-

Anish Kapoor Versailles runs through November 1, 2015.

metric perfection. Amidst boulders and mounds of dirt sits a 60meter long steel structure that resembles a warped gramophone with a wide opening that tapers off into a darkened tunnel. The sculpture, with its sexual allusions, has been called ‘the vagina of the queen coming into power’ thus setting off a flurry of discussions Sectional Body, Seixas

and rants, and even an act of vandalism: it was splattered with paint but has since been cleaned.

Kapoor has said, “I do not wish to make sculpture about formI wish to make sculpture about belief, or about passion, about experience.” Beliefs and passions are usually accompanied by equally strong emotions. Experiences are to be savored. In Versailles, Kapoor has succeeded in creating an exhibition, an experience, that exists alongside Le Nôtre’s genius yet reflects the historical events which have taken, place there. He has exposed a rich underworld, a parallel story that sits boldly beside the controlled symmetry on the surface.

“I do not wish to make sculpture about form – I wish to make sculpture about belief, or about passion & experience.”

Dirty Corner, Seixas

The power of the sun, reflections in mirrors, and energy of water, were all preoccupations during the time of Louis XIV’s reign, when Le Nôtre was commissioned to refine the grounds. Kapoor continues his interpretation of theses themes with ‘Descension’ a whirlpool of dark water that appears to be bottomless. But as mesmerizing and disconcerting this bottomless black vortex of swirling water can be, the show’s most controversial and confounding resides in Kapoor’s more interior, and psychological challenging sculptures.

Sequestered in a labyrinth of paths is ‘Sectional Body Preparing for Monadic Singularity,’ a red cube of interlacing tubes that can be entered as if entering a part of the human body itself, or “Shooting Into the Corner,” a cannon that has fired a mess of

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TIDBITS

Arctica

by Sebastian Copeland

Doug Aitken at Kunsthalle Schirn

Very few landscapes show nature in such spec-

The famous Museum Kunsthalle Schirn is

tacular abundance as the Artic, in particular

currently hosting an incredible show of

the North Pole. After six cumulative weeks of

American multi media artist Doug Aitken

intense shooting the french-british activist,

until the 27th of September. The show will not

film-director, photographer and extreme athlete,

only be indoor but also outside and will

Sebastian says “I am awed by the raw power

include various films of the artist presented

of nature in this surreal environment, where

in atmospheric spaces with corresponding

mankind, yet again, is dwarfed by such

sculptures such as ’’Sunset“from 2011 and also

gigantic proportions.” On the centennial 2011-

’’Listening“ from 2011. His incredible imagin-

2012 season of the South Pole, again with partner

ation and social criticism is very creatively

Eric McNair-Landry, Sebastian led a 4100 kilo-

transformed into his video, movies and other

meters transcontinental crossing of Antarctica

work presented in this vast, mind blowing

by skis and kites, setting three world records

exhibition.

over the 82 days expedition. Many oft he images in this exquisite book depict impressions of these tours.

Schirn Kunsthalle Frankfurt www.schirn.de Purchase via www.teneues.com

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GAIL LORD King Abdulaziz Centre for World Culture – Press Release Images

Cities, Museums and Soft Power

Text: Ming Liu

“Soft power” may form part of the title of Gail Lord’s latest book, but the term can equally sum up the influence and clout of the co-author herself. Founder of museum advisory firm Lord Cultural Resources, Lord is known in art circles as the McKinsey of museums, lending her 30-plus year’s of experience and expertise to more than 2,000 projects in some 50 countries to date.

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World Trade Center Memorial

Former art critic Lord and her curator husband started their business in the early 1980s “because we wanted – culturally – to be more responsive to people,” she says. “We wanted art to be more meaningful”. Today, an envy-inducing client list includes Tate Britain and the National Portrait Gallery, Centre Pompidou and New York’s World Trade Center Cultural Center and Royal Ontario

“Because we wanted – culturally – to be more responsive to people.

We wanted art to be more meaningful.”

Museum. The company has offices in Vancouver, Toronto, New York, Paris, Mumbai and Beijing – an outpost they opened a trail-

museums were not for the mass public,” says Lord, speaking from

blazing 10 years ago (they’ve also recently signed a Memoran-

her home in Toronto. “But in the last 20 years, the UK and US in

dum of Understanding with the Chinese government). Providing

particular have both led the transformation of museums to become

services from master planning and tailored exhibition content to

engaged with the public, especially as centers of community life.”

business and strategy advice, Lord’s standout projects include Located increasingly in city centers on “fantastically important

helping the Louvre plan an Islamic gallery and the £106m Lowry in Salford, Manchester, in England– a six-year regeneration project

pieces of property”, museums have a growing influence on us

that saw the ground-breaking theatre and gallery complex take

culturally – making them what Lord calls “sleeping giants” in her

home a host of gongs including Building of the Year from the

latest book, Cities, Museums and Soft Power. “They’re asleep in

Royal Fine Art Commission Trust and a RIBA Stirling award.

the sense that they’re more or less oblivious to what is going on around them: they have large employment, a lot of people coming in and out, fairly big budgets and actually more state support than

Lord’s unique position has given her a front-row seat to the incredible transformation that museums have undergone, not to

the theatre sector. And yet they are not engaged as they should or

mention their noteworthy rise in numbers. There are some 80,000

could be. They are giants but not fully awake.”

worldwide today, doubling at least two fold in the past two deHer new book – a compilation of essays from leading cultural

cades. Such institutions are increasingly unrecognizable to their

experts, academics, urbanists, architects and business leaders –

forbears. “Once places mainly for the elite and subject experts,

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C R E AT I V I T Y

National Holocaust Monument

“Contemporary art has really stirred things up.

People like to go to contemporary art galleries and museums.” lists 32 ways that museums and city planners can activate their soft power. The list is helpfully divided into categories such as Power Diffusion (“there’s a need to have a diverse, networked museum board that reflects the community’s diversity,” says Lord by way of example, “as well as inspired leadership and more meaningful and volunteer programmes”), Social Commons (“having more responsible operating hours is crucial to being more engaged with the community”) and Cultural Accelerations – a point Lord’s gets particularly fired up about.

Studio Daniel Libeskind Lord Cultural Resources Claude Cormier Associates Edward Burtynsky

As she explains: “Contemporary art has really stirred things up. People like to go to contemporary art galleries and museums

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“It is no longer just about preserving history, institutions, in how they display past, present and future” Museo Guggenheim Bilbao Photo courtesy Lord Cultural Resources

because it’s clearly a place where the latest ideas are going to be presented, discussed and debated. I think that’s fantastic. We are in a renaissance now.” No longer just about preserving history, institutions, says Lord, in how they display past, present and future, “actually accelerate our understanding. As visitors we change, and that’s also a way of exercising soft power.”

Perhaps the most epitomizing of these is Winnipeg’s Canadian Museum for Human Rights – the world’s first museum dedicated to human rights – and a 14-year labour of love for Lord. The city had decided to rebrand itself as The City of Human Rights Education, says Lord, which she describes as a “bold and challenging move. “After many decades in decline Winnipeg had transformed itself into a regional centre for the knowledge economy,” says

Canadian Museum of Human Rights – by Richard Ray

Lord proudly. “And it’s now ready to exercise their soft power.”

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The ring 1999

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Text: Dr. Dominik Pförringer

When thinking about him and his fame, one of the last aspects that struck my mind were the arts. This held true, until now. In most, not to say all, of his earlier public appearances the art of warfare - or martial arts - played key roles. His tools were mostly built of steel and lead, creating noise, smoke and fire.

When thinking about him and his fame, one of the last aspects

Well, Mister Stallone has proven his talent to find and develop

that struck my mind were the arts. This held true, until now. In

yet publicly unknown aspects of his personality. Some years back

most, not to say all, of his earlier public appearances the art of

he had already proven his feeling for style and elegance. Back

warfare - or martial arts - played key roles. His tools were mostly

when shooting for his movie “Daylight” the actor chose to wear what then became the world famous divers‘ watch Panerai. Not

built of steel and lead, creating noise, smoke and fire.

only did he discover and choose to promote this traditional brand but even more, he introduced it to his Hollywood friends and family.

Interestingly enough the world-famous actor has now decided to reveal his creative, constructive side. He has developed from brutal destruction to artistic creativity. What a move from being an acclaimed action-hero-movie-star all the way into galleries

around the world.

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Now, having arrived in what might be regarded as the second half of his career, Sylvester Stallone seems to be working hard at documenting his earlier steps in life. Of course he does not do so by writing a book, no he is more of an expressionist, more of a shaping and forming character, and consequently does so on canvas. Once world famous for detonations and fire he is now showing inspiring colors and frame-smashing pictures? Frame smashing? Indeed: Stallone’s pictures frequently exceed the size of their framing, thus underlining their need for expansion, their drive to reach beyond the standards of classic art. He expresses how unfinished and continuously evolving he regards his own artwork. Interestingly, the actor and artist started his first picture when the all-time classic Rocky was in the making. Stallone seems to undergo catalyzing and thoughtful moments when producing his artwork, some of it expressing the challenges and difficulties of fame and fortune.

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Sylvester Stallone is never shy of impressive subjects when portraying large personalities from show business such as Dean Martin or Michael Jackson. When doing so, time seems to play an important role, reflected by the repetitively appearing watch in his artwork. Since the early 2000s he has reduced his color spectrum to black and white and his obviously favorite color, red. His latest work now additionally incorporates geometric shapes, thus initializing a dialogue with modern painting. Under the guidance of the world famous gallery Gmurzynska in Zurich, that this year is celebrating its 50th birthday, Sylvester Stallone has made it to various gallery shows in the US and also in Europe. After successful exhibitions in St. Moritz, Zurich and L.A. this year he had a hugely successful show in the Galerie Contemporaine du MusĂŠe de Nice, in the south of France. At this occasion Mark Robinow was able to speak to one of the directors of the gallery Mr. Mathias Rastorfer and asked him a few questions about his artist

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When was the first time you came across the work of Sylvester Stallone?

About 5 years ago on the recommendation of a friend, and we met in LA to see his work.

What exactly do you personally find interesting or unique about his work?

It is both the man behind the work and the work itself that fascinates us. Both is REAL , something that cannot be often said about either Hollywood or the

“Picasso once said do not show me a masterpiece because I will steal the idea. Sly gets inspired but it is always his very direct and unique style.”

Art World. Sly is a sincere person with a great sensibility and knowledge about 20th century art. His oeuvre reaches back through 50 years of painting. He was praised by harsh art critics at Le Monde for having an excellent painting technique. We admire his serious and authentic commitment and contribution to art.

Are there certain artists that come to mind that you believe are similar, or that were an influential source to his work?

Finding Rocky 1975

Sly is like any creative person someone who looks at what is happening in art around him. Picasso once said do not show me a masterpiece because I will steal the idea. Sly gets inspired but it is always his very direct and unique style.

What exhibitions can we expect in the future?

Locations? Dates?

There are discussions about two important exhibi-

Which ever way we, as observers, enthusiasts, collectors or experts

tions in 2016 in the U.S.

want to think about Sylvester Stallone, his artwork and his movie career have one important thing in common: they polarize. You are either attracted or you are not. Yet in analogy to his movies, the fraction of fans will quickly outgrow the not-yet fans and attract further fans. Enjoy Sly, think back with a smile and with respect to all of his achievements and enjoy his paintings as a reflection of his journey through life.

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INDIA HERE WE COME Text: John Robinow

In the last few years India has increasingly become a popular travel destination, especially for those with an interest in non-western artistic accomplishments and a taste for exotic luxury. Especially travelers with an eye on contemporary art not often seen in US or European galleries have of late been richly rewarded. Artology has looked into a few of the most frequented destinations of such travelers and will irregularly report on their points of interest. We initiate this overview with a two-part India Special, the first of which appears in this issue. And knowing the interests and priorities of our valued readers, we of course begin by reporting on the premier hotels /  accomodations in the first three cities we visited in southern India.

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Taj Malabar, Cochin Cochin is one of the world’s oldest multi-cultural metropolises. By the time the apostle Doubting Thomas arrived here there were already firmly established groups of Greek, Syrian, Roman, Arab and Chinese spice traders. Today’s city straddles the estuaries of an extensive web of coastal backwaters, a few islands and peninsulas and even a stretch of mainland Kerala, called the Malabar Coast. Cochin has also made a name for itself in the international art world by hosting an Art Biennale, the first of its kind in India and visited by more than 250.000 art fans. The hotel comprises two main sections: a two-story so-called “heritage” wing – originally built in the thirties of the last century as a hostel for the shipping-line’s passengers and called the Malabar Hotel – and a “tower” winginaugurated 25 years ago.

Furnished in exquisite colonial-era furniture, Indian, Chinese and Arab artifacts from the last few hundred years and boasting painstakingly maintained mahogany and teak beams and flooring, the Heritage Wing resembles nothing so much as a museum of artisanal accomplishments of various cultures. An elevated, endless seeming swimming pool - guarded on two sides by huge reclining elephants - is situated to make it seem as if it extends all the way out into the harbor. If you’d like to vicariously relive the splendor and the elaborately provided creature comforts – an adjacent building houses the famous Jiva ayurvedic massage and wellness offerings – indulged in by the elites of the British raj, look no further.

Willingdon Island, Cochin, Kerala Tel. +91.484.6643000

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The Four Seasons, Mumbai

1/136, Dr. E. Moses Road, Worli, Mumbai, Tel. +91.22.24818000

This Hotel deviates from the pack of established 5-star hostels in location – at the northern end of downtown Mumbai, hence closer to the airport – and in looks & style: a cool and restrained yet efficient elegance instead of colonial grand-hotel opulence. Low-key efforts at perfect accomodations and service seem to have been the central themes, and the success is obvious in all spheres of the hotel, from the spectacularly flamboyant rooftop bar on the 34th floor to the ground-floor SAN-QI restaurant, which redefined Asian fusion fare: its level of culinary accomplishment in the cuisines of half a dozen Asian traditions leaves one joyously overwhelmed.

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Vivanta Fisherman’s Cove, Chennai A vacationer/business traveler arriving in India in the explosively bustling and prospering southern metropolis of Chennai – the former Madras of colonial lore – could hardly do better than to first head for this tranquil retreat on the southern fringe of the city. Situated on the remnants of a Dutch trading station at the tip of a long peninsula, the hotel’s 40-acre-plus site is enclosed by water on two sides, providing it with a virtually private Beach (in India all beaches are public), bordered by the Bay of Bengal, a fjord-like backwater inlet and a small fishing village. The hotel’s various styles of accommodations – and three restaurants serving multi-cultural fare are spread out over intricately landscaped gardens, and are evidence of its continuing growth. As a lusciously enjoyable initial inauguration into the multiple pleasures of the subcontinent – or even for an occasional reiteration – Vivanta by TAJ Fisherman’s Cove is taking care that it’ll stay hard to match.

Covelong Beacham, Kancheepuram, Chennai Tel. +91.44.67413333

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Oberoi Motor Vessel Vrinda, Kerala Backwaters Every now and then even the most jaded world-wise traveler encounters an offering that exceeds and redefines her/his expectations, and justifies the constant search for novel adventures. We had just such an experience when we spent 3 literally out-of-this-world days on the Oberoi Vrinda, a more than luxurious houseboat that for seven months of the year – not during the 5-month monsoon season – plies the luscious tropical backwaters of Kerala in southern India. The name Oberoi itself should have hinted at what was forthcoming, being famous for running a chain of breathtakingly extravagant hotels on the principle of “too much of a good thing is never enough”. For those requiring occasional respite from lazily watching edenic landscapes passing by, the Vrinda offers some exceptional excursions during the day and entertaining cultural music and theater performances before dinner. Among these are transfers to rice-boat excursions through the narrower canals, visits to villages, temples and churches and even to one of the wharfs that build the famous racing snake-boats, 140-foot-long decorated wooden row-boats holding more than 100 costumed oarsmen. One almost dreads the end of a cruise on the Vrinda: it’s one of those unique travelling events which compels you to think of doing it again soon before it’s even over, and simultaneously causes a sense of gratitude for at least having done it once.

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INDIA SONG

Artist Karen Knorr

Text: Mark Robinow

At the beginning of this year I made up my mind to have our magazine do a special feature on India and its incredible palaces, landscapes, hotels etc. but also to somehow communicate in text and images the deep-seated love this country has for color, traditions and their animals.

When I came across the work of Karen Knorr it took me less than a minute to realize that I had hit an artistic “jackpot”: Knorr’s work just hits all of the before mentioned characteristics on the spot.

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Sikander‘s Entrance

Durga‘s Mount

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The Lovesick Prince

The German-born American artist studied in Paris and London,

The artist photographed secular and sacred spaces, referring to

has shown her work worldwide, and has placed her photographs

social themes of caste, femininity and power, and using animals to

in some very prestigious collections such as the Tate Gallery in

draw parallels allegorically.

London and the Centre Pompidou Museum in Paris. She has lecPhotographing wild animals in zoos, parks, cities and reserves,

tured at the University of Westminster and at Harvard. Currently she is Professor of Photography at the University for the Creative

they are inserted digitally into royal palaces, temples and mauso-

Arts in Farnham, Surrey.

leums, transforming them into characters found in classical Indian stories (Ramayana and Panchatantra). This mind-blowing book (and others) can be purchased through amazon.

The images we present here are all taken from her iconic book “India Song�, taken during her life changing journey to Rajasthan in 2008. Her work continues to explore Rajput and Mughal cultural heritage and its relationship to questions of feminine subjectivity and animality.

Karen Knorr will be showing a new series of her work produced in Japan The next exhibitions of Karen Knorr will be at:

Monogatari by Karen Knorr Galerie des Filles-du-Calvaire, Paris 29 October - 28 November 2015 www.fillesducalvaire.com

India Song by Karen Knorr Slowtrack Gallery, Madrid 10 September - 15 November 2015 www.slowtracksociety.com

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New work by Karen Knorr Grimaldi Gavin, London Autumn 2016 www.grimaldigavin.com

Le Frank –Fondation Louis Vuitton‘s Restaurant in Paris

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MUSEUMS The food temples of tomorrow Text: Florian Wupperfeld

“Exit through the gift shop” was Banksy’s innovative documentary in 2010. But the truth is that this actually doesn’t reflect most visitors’ experience of the museum visit today.

More and more often it’s rather ‘enter through the restaurant and exit with the exhibition.’ The sequence has been turned around because museums and hospitality entrepreneurs have realized that great food goes well with great art – and all without being too pompous or complicated.

German-born hospitality entrepreneur KP Kofler calls this formula “fun dining – not fine dining”. And like Kofler, more and more restaurateurs realize that museums and cultural destinations are great environments for offering unique food experiences to this well-educated art community. The Magazine at the Serpentine Sackler Gallery in London’s Hyde Park is run by Kofler & Kompanie. This restaurant not only shines through its unique structure by ‘starchitect’ Zaha Hadid, but is also one of the best kept secrets for an outdoor Sunday lunch in the middle of London.

Further east, at London’s Somerset House, Michelin-starred Chef Skye Gyngell has just launched the celebrated restaurant Spring. Food enthusiasts from all over the world flock there to get their teeth into food that putt a smile on your face. Spring has become a destination for gourmets and the surrounding cultural programme is a perfect setting.

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Designed by Wes Anderson: Bar Luce at Fondazione Prada in Milan

“Museums and hospitality entrepreneurs have realized that great food goes well with great art”

Fashion houses that track consumer trends earlier than traditional arts organizations have invested in the hospitality offer with great care. The newly opened Fondazione Prada in Milan and Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris both have spectacular restaurants at the heart of their sites. At Prada, ‘Bar Luce’ was designed by Hollywood darling Wes Anderson who directed, among others, The Grand Budapest Hotel. To reflect on a great exhibition reminiscent of a film set with an Italian twist is not just unique but makes the visit to Fondazione Prada truly unforgettable. Le Frank, the restaurant at Louis Vuitton --->

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Serpentine Sackler Gallery‘s restaurant ‘The Magazine‘

Skye Gyngell‘s restaurant Spring at Somerset House

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MIS’ restaurant ‘Chez Mis‘ in Sao Paulo

‘Saul‘ – at the Brooklyn Museum in New York

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in Paris, is run by Michelin star-chef Jean-Louis Nomicos, who created a menu which reflects not just the architecture but the art housed in the building as well. The restaurant is at the heart of the building, Frank Gehry’s fish lamps floating above the diners to shed light - and the inspiration to eat lightly.

In Sao Paulo’s Museu da Imagem e do Som (MIS), ‘Chez Mis’ is a spectacular space with a Mediterranean bistro. Not just a place for lunch, but also dinner for the city’s IT boys and girls flocking there. The 25m sofa in the middle of the place reminds one of early Soho House, but the view into the garden makes it a wholly tropical experience. The food is affordable, and the people watching factor is priceless.

And at the belly-button of the world – New York? The smart, well educated, mid- 30s Brooklyn singles with significant ‘hip factor’ have their dates at Saul, the Michelin-starred restaurant at the Brooklyn museum. Saul Bolton creates amazing food adventures with ‘prix fixe’ menus – most likely anyone who comes here for a date won’t go home alone.

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Antony Gormley‘s Space Out sculptures at Galerie Thaddaeus Ropac

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A SMALL ART LOVER‘S GUIDE TO SALZBURG Text: Mark Robinow & Sonja Hartung

Thinking of Austria and art, the first city that springs to mind is – of course – Vienna. But after our recent visit to the “little sister” Salzburg, we can’t help but rave about the historic charm, the spectacular setting and the almost ridiculously high density of artistic sights Mozart´s city has to offer. Since we had only one day to explore it, we decided to skip most of the actual must-sees of the city and concentrate on Salzburg’s numerous places of art exhibition. So if you need some inspiration for your Salzburg itinerary, here’s the way to go:

8:00 Start with a delightful breakfast at Café Bazar – a real coffee-

10:00 Visit Galerie Thaddaeus Ropac at Villa Kast. Since its foun-

house institution on the banks of the Salzach river (eastern side),

dation in 1983, the gallery has specialized in international con-

and since its opening in 1909 a gathering place for Salzburg’s

temporary art, representing around sixty artists. At July 25 the

artists, poets and philosophers.

exhibition Aggressive Beauty by Yan Pei-Ming opens. The Dijon- based artist is known for his immense, and almostexclusively monochrome, portraits. In his Aggressive Beauty exhibition, Yan Pei-Ming has opted to combine fundamentally different

9:00 From there, take a stroll through Salzburg’s Andräviertel and

themes: eminent figures drawn from the history of religion and art

soak up the vibe of this young and creative quarter, which is often

are juxtaposed here with the most savage animality.

referred to as little Vienna due to its impressive architecture by Valentin Ceconi – the so called “Faberhäuser”. If it happens to be Thursday, take some time to explore the colourful farmers market “Schranne”on Mirabellplatz, which is not only the perfect place to purchase some local produce, but also the location of our first gallery for the day.

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11:30 From here it’s just a short walk across the river to

19:00 Time for dinner: Conveniently, our favourite dinner

the Rudolf Budja Galerie, right across from the Kollegien-

spot is situated just a few steps away from Carpe Diem.

kirche and only metres away from the festival hall. His

It’s located in one of the oldest and most renowned hotels

current exhibition Warhol & his babies showcases ex-

of the city; the wonderful and utterly “Salzburgean”

clusive works by the father of pop art, complemented

Hotel Goldener Hirsch in the Getreide-gasse. The same-

by pieces of contemporary artists, whose works were

named gourmet restaurant serves traditional delicacies,

inspired by Warhol.

spiced up with international haute cuisine. A delightful dinner experience within the heritage-protected walls of a former farriery.

12:30 Now it’s time for a little hike: Your destination is M32, the restaurant at the Museum of Modern Art on the Mönchsberg. From here you’ll get stunning views

22:00 Walk over to Anton Neumayr Platz, sit down for

of the city and the fortress and on top of that, they serve

a few drinks at Republic Café and enjoy the atmos-

a really delicious lunch. After that take some time to

phere. There’s always some good music playing – often

explore the museum and its extraordinary collection of

live – and on weekends you can celebrate into the early

20th and 21st century art.

morning hours.

15:00 Head back downtown. Since your hunger for art might be satisfied for now, we recommend just floating through the historic streets for a while. Go for some shopping in the Getreidegasse, grab a piece of cake in one of the traditional cafés and maybe take a break before dinner at your hotel. If you’re into fine Italian fashion, be sure to pop in at the new Prada store on the Alter Markt, which has opened last May. Prada took over a beautiful shop housed in the 14th century “Steindl Haus” and assigned architect Roberto Baciocchi to carefully blend the historic charm of the building with the aesthetics the iconic fashion label stands for. With an interior reminding the visitor of the very first Prada store that opened in Milan in 1913, this new jewel box is full of women’s ready-to-wear, leather goods, footwear and accessories, as well as the men’s collection of leather goods and accessories.

18:00 Treat yourself to some fancy pre-dinner drinks and deli fingerfood at the stylish Carpe Diem Bar in the Getreidegasse – a wonderful place to meet and mingle.

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Hotel Sacher www.sacher.com Surely one THE locations in town, only metres away from the festival hall and right at the river with a terrace offering some of the best city views. With a long list of celebrities and world-class musicians on its guest list, this hotel is every bit as legendary as its big sister in Vienna. Besides the huge history wall with photos and original signatures on the ground level, guests should definitely visit the Café Sacher and have taste of the famous Sacher Torte.

You’ll find this wonderful boutique-style cozy hotel in the historic city center, only metres away from the famous Café Tomaselli on Alter Markt, situated in an old coppersmith’s. It has been carefully renovated by Italian architect Daniela Satta, breathing history and art with every inch. The design is contemporary, but without losing its connection to the past and the big plays of former Salzburg festivals are present in almost every room. www.hotelgoldgasse.at

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Hotel Schloss Fuschl www.schlossfuschlsalzburg.com If you prefer the calm and splendour of Salzburg’s countryside for your stay, you’ll absolutely love Schloss Fuschl.

The romantic castle is located right at the idyllic Fuschlsee and with works of Old Masters being present in almost every room, it’s a wonderful hideaway for art lovers. Besides its proximity to the city, it offers a luxurious spa, exquisite dining options, a golf course and….well, actually everything else you might wish for.

It’s not only one of our favourite dinner spots in town, but also an extremely cosy and comfortable place to stay.

Hotel Goldener Hirsch in the Getreidegasse is right where Salzburg’s magic happens; an ancient hotel with modern amenities, wonderful historic artefacts and a crew that will go out of their way to make your stay unforgettable. If you order the cocktail Susanne or the desert Rigo Jancsi, ask for their stories. You’ll love it!! www.goldenerhirsch.com

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CRUISE LIKE A ROCK STAR Simply the Best Luxury Cruises in the World

Silversea / Spirit

Text: John Robinow

If she or he is not roaming the air in the most luxurious private jets, the seasoned traveller enjoys conquering the oceans. Not suffering on a boat, somewhere out in the waves but with everything the spoiled heart desires: stylish suites, five-star ser vice, adventurous excursions and elegant dining.

Forget mass entertainment, musicals and cheesy animation: letting one of these exclusive ocean carriers take you to the best places on earth is pure bliss. We at Artology have tested some of the most exclusive and fun cruises out there and here are our findings: 49

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Silversea Cruises – Heaven on Sea My personal recommendation for everyone looking for the extraordinary yet sophisticated journey of her or his life: spend a holiday on-board one of Silversea’s eight luxury boutique ships.

In my spacious suite on the Silver Spirit during a cruise in the Caribbean not only did I marvel at the breathtaking view of thousand shades of crystal clear turquoise outside my private veranda, I also experienced the best service of my life. Most of their lavish suites come with private butler service, exclusively conducted by trained mind readers - or so it seems. Whenever a wish only started to cross our minds, our smart, funny, darling butler had already set it up. It was simply out of this world. We spent our days happily gorging on the amazing foods prepared Silver Wind – access all areas

in the elegant restaurants, from outstanding Italian to fantastic French or Japanese cuisine, while fun excursions took us to the best places in the Caribbean. The intimate Silversea ships can sail up narrow waterways directly into a city, or tie up right at the pier while others must anchor off shore. One of the stops included St Barth, my favourite amongst all the beautiful islands in the area. We had a lovely lunch at The Hotel Eden Rock where I was warmly welcomed by the hotel’s General Manager, Mr. Fabrice Moizan, and experienced a blissfully delicious lunch at the Beach Restaurant of the Hotel, managed by the world famous star chef Jean-George Vongerichten.

A special tip for everyone who is looking to explore the new and unknown are the Silversea Expeditions, cruises to the most unusual places on the planet. Guests can explore pelagic wonderlands, admire volcanic plateaus gushing with geysers, or enter the realm of the Polar Bear.

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Holland America Line – A Classy Adventure

Holland America Line Half Moon Cay / Horseback riding excursion

The Holland America Line is one of the great ocean carriers with European roots which’s history dates back to the 19th century.

The former steamship company once connected Amsterdam with the new World. As one of the market leaders the Holland America Line boasts 15 medium-sized ships which provide maximum space and staff for a few exclusive guests. The ships, such as the famous MS Amsterdam or the glorious MS Rotterdam, are enchanted with the look and feel of the grand days of sea travel in their elegant suites and lavishly decorated restaurants and decks. Guests can choose routes basically anywhere within the seven seas. A not-tomiss specialty are their fun and prize winning excursions which provide exclusive insights into the local destinations while making sure the guests enjoy a first class escort. Also watch out for their new flagship the MS Koningsdam, which will be launched Seabourne – Odyssey in Venice

in April 2016.

Seabourne – Elegant Dining

Seabourne – The Yacht Lover’s Preference Founded in 1987 Seabourne is considered a pioneer for ultra luxury cruises. Four small all-suite cruise ships make Seabourne a mustsee for the sophisticated cruise ship lover. With a 1:1 staff guest ratio the experience is really more like being on a private yacht.

The small ships allow for stops in intimate harbours and provide exclusive access to literally the best places on earth. Their routes read like a traveller’s prayer: Antarctica & Patagonia, Africa, Arabia & India, Panama Canal or transatlantic. In 2016 Seabourne will be launching their latest addition to the fleet, the incredible Seabourne Encore. Its interiors are designed by the famous Adam T. Tihany; inspired by private yachts, he is currently working on a modern look, framed by the timeless elegance Seabourne cruise liners are known for.

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Hapag-Loyd MS Europa – a modernist’s love Hanseatic coolness and style are the heart and soul of the exclusive cruises by the German shipping company Hapag Lloyd. For anyone who despises the lavish playful decors of the typical

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cruise ships the Hapag Lloyd MS Europa 2 is the perfect cruise liner. With its focus on modern design, its interiors offer a clean, spacious atmosphere for a stylish, crisp holiday-experience. The five star rating implies that the discerning traveller finds everything she or he needs from culinary diversity to a 1,000 square meter sized spa. Perfect for the art-lover: over 800 works of contemporary art can be found onboard this exclusive ship, featuring artists such as Damien Hirst, Gerhard Richter, Hans Hartung and many others. The pieces are an integral part of the ships modern design and can be marvelled at in the suites, public areas as well as in the ship’s own art gallery.

Jeppe Hein – Geometric Mirrors

Lei Xue / Teetrinken

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FLY LIKE AN EAGLE

NetJets / Challenger 350 Bombardier

Private jet aviation on the rise Text: Mame Gamamy

Travelling by plane has come a long way since the aviation pioneers Orville and Wilbur Wright ventured their first flights in a flying machine.

Who would have thought then that only one century later, flights are more common than train

NetJets

rides? As flying became a habit, the need for a more exclusive version of this kind of transportation had to emerge. So to no surprise, private-jet aviation is a booming business today. Since in our

This summer NetJets Europe proudly presented its newest acqui-

fast-paced world time turned into a luxury good,

sition to its European fleet – the Challenger 350 of the Signature

saving time and having a greater degree of flex-

Series – a tailored super-midsize plane by Bombardier. Incor-

ibility are becoming increasingly important. And

porating their customers’ feedback, NetJets Europe fitted this

given that almost two-thirds of business flights in

luxurious jet with a comfortable cabin height of 1,85 meters, an

Europe take place between cities to which there

own on-board entertainment system and technical facilities

is no nonstop connection, private jet aviation

including iPads, blue-ray player and HD screens. Made for up to

companies developed into travel facilitators that

10 passengers, the jet has a range of seven hours, which may

ensure an extremely high level of quality and

cover flights throughout Europe and up to Northern Africa and

service to rest-seeking business managers or

the Middle East. “Within Germany, Munich boasts the highest

celebrities who are more or less private only when

charter jet traffic. We even noticed a 50 percent increase of traffic

in the air. Now Europe alone is home to about

during the Oktoberfest.” says Carsten Michaelis, Regional Senior

800 such companies. Artology took a closer look

Vice President for Central and Eastern Europe. “Today’s boom-

at the three most promising ones on the European

ing markets are the UK, France, Switzerland and Germany. In

continent.

future, however, Scandinavia and Turkey will play a much greater role.“ Launched in 1996 and backed by Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway, NetJets fractional ownership model offers unmatched freedom and flexibility to a wide range of people. The sharing economy has found its way into the high-end sector. Not only does NetJets Europe Challenger 350, Jet Art Basel / NetJets Europe

owning a share of NetJets aircrafts give access to a global fleet for a fraction of what it costs to buy and maintain a single aircraft, it also offers a much higher standard in quality and safety, as e.g. the pilots are exclusive to the Netjets company.

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Europ Star As one of the leading business aviation companies in Europe, the focus of the Europ Star is entirely dedicated to their passengers offering them the highest quality standards and professionalism in on-demand airport transportation. Every detail is taken care of, so that passengers can fully concentrate on their travel exOnboard service

perience – be it business travel or a family trip. Europ Star was initially founded in 1999 by Werner Welz, who bought his personal light aircraft to follow up all business appointments for his logistics company in the timber industry. Travelling in a private aircraft allowed him to attend more meetings and achieve more in a day, thus offering him more flexibility and enhanced productivity. “I am an enthusiastic pilot myself, and due to my own business requirements I bought my first aircraft. After a while I recognized that other businesspeople have the same travel requirements and therefore I decided to charter my aircraft. This led to the decision to found my own company in the executive flight segment. I wanted to provide the experience of the independent way of flying and therefore I created Europ Star.� Continiously striving to increase the availability of airplanes and developing the service is a major concern of Europ Star. Recently the Austrian-based company opened a new office in Malta to offer even better access to Southern European markets to its customers. With a passion for flying and professionalism, and a high level of quality, Europ Star is gaining more and more ground in on-demand airport

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VistaJet Making business aviation easy – that is the simple yet ambitious philosophy of VistaJet. This philosophy not only grounds on the coolness and natural charm of the Swiss-bread founder and owner of VistaJet Thomas Flohr. It is surely also the very transparent cost structure and the delicious house wine served on board the elegant private jets that make the customers feel at ease with VistaJet. Committed to maintaining the youngest fleet in the sky, the average fleet age is less than two years and all aircraft operate under their manufacturer’s warranty. What started out with only one business jet in 2004, grew to a fleet of 55 luxury jets in no time and is now the biggest privately owned fleet of jet planes outside of North America. With a global strategy of connecting customers to every corner of the world with point-to-point coverage, VistaJet became a favorite in flying to and out of the hardestto-reach destinations. The success proves them right. In 2014, VistaJet flew 30,000 passengers on over 12,000 international flights and the revenue has been increasing yearly by over 20 percent since 2010.

VistaJet Global 6000 interior

So in conclusion, we succumb to the words of the famous songwriter Wayne Carson

VistaJet Global 6000 aircraft

“Send me a ticket for an airplane, ain’t got time to take a fast train.”

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VENICE BIENNALE 2015 Text: Filippo Tattoni-Marcozzi

To coincide with the world EXPO in Milan, this year’s opening of The 56 th Venice Biennale was pushed forward one month to the beginning of May, which made for a perfect spring week on the Laguna.

Okwui Enwezor (the Nigerian born curator now director of

sense of peaceful-discomfort inside the Nordic Pavilion, where

Munich’s Haus der Kunst) called the national participants

Pamela Rosenkranz’ exhibition transmuted the Pavilion of

to reflect on ‘All The World’s Futures’ and it seemed that

Switzerland into a body of a local, pinkish white skin color, which

the world might be looking towards a more sensible, quieter

is fluid, smells, shines, sounds and moves. A pigment that origin-

and simpler future while at the same time keeping a reflect-

ally emerged as the specific product of migration, sun-exposure,

ive eye towards the past. A sense of peaceful instability

nutrition, and any number of other contingent factors is resynthe-

and romantic suspension between past and future pervad-

sized as a stock formula, composed of unknown ingredients. The

ed the most impressive national pavilions.

Russian Pavilion, painted green to emphasize the post Soviet generation of invited artists, presented an oversized pensive cosmonaut, his helmet overcrowding the confined space and his

For the Japanese Pavilion, artist Chiharu Shiota created a

gaze wondering ceaselessly.

room full of red yarn coming out of two traditional fishing boats, each strand ending with a suspended key. The sense of familiar

And of course the Biennale is not only the official Giardini

warmth emanating from the yarn and keys and the displacement of the boats, pushes the viewer to consider the notion of memo-

and Arsenale but also major exhibitions hosted across the fish-

ries both collective and personal, transcending linguistic and

shaped city. Belgian genius Axel Vervoordt still managed to

cultural contexts. Camille Norment’s ‘Rapture’ created a similar

amaze with yet another sensational installation inside Palazzo

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Camille Norment‘s ‘Rapture‘ at the Nordic Pavillion

Martial Raysse at Palazzo Grassi

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Fortuny titled Proportio. Exploring the omnipresence

function of classical art and its unlimited possibilities as serial, iterative and

of universal proportion in art, science, music and

portable. A succession of scalable Hercules Farnese sculptures emphasize,

architecture, the dark and sumptuous rooms of the

amongst other clever studies and juxtapositions, the ultimate desire for func-

palazzo hosted elegant and impressive pairings like

tionality and fruition in art, a lesson still to be learned today.

a Sandro Botticelli ‘Portrait of a Woman’ from 1485 The Biennale will run until November 22nd and since all this art intake

next to a 70’s monochromatic Jef Verheyen canvas or the large Ellsworth Kelly 1963 “Red, Yellow, Blue

can make for quite a tiresome exercise, do make sure to treat yourself to

III’ focusing the grand salon towards a new vision of

some of the best food, drinks, hotels and spas the Laguna can offer. Surely to

landscape paintings.

most impressive place to stay these days is the Aman Canal Grande. Housed in the stunning 16th century Palazzo Papadopoli it blends the supreme service

The lessons from the past were also the founda-

of the Aman resorts with the glorious luxury of venetian noble entertainment.

tions for the impressive exhibition curated by Rem

Two divine restaurants, a beautiful garden and roof terrace make the best

Koolhaas as the opening of the new Fondazione Prada

place to dine and entertain your fellow art lovers in style and if you look up

in Milan and its venetian outpost at Ca’ Corner della

a Tiepolo frescoed ceiling will make you think you are just living a dream.

Regina. ‘Portable Classic’ explores the origin and

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Anish Kapoor‘s ‘Gathering Clouds‘ with ‘The Cube‘ by Alberto Giacometti

Chiharu Shiota’s ‘The Key in The Hand‘ at the Japanese Pavillion

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If during the day you wish to escape the chaos of the touristic Piazza San Marco jump on a water taxi and head for the Hotel Cipriani at the Giudecca for a wonderful beef carpaccio or vitello tonnato, or look for the authentic Osteria L’Orto dei Mori in Cannaregio for an unforgettable meal of local specialties.

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Text: Mark Robinow

It’s only one of the many colorful stories the Grand Hotel with the spectacular location right at Lake Garda has to tell; but standing in the fabulous Magnolia Suite of Villa Feltrinelli and hearing that the exiled Duce, who lived here from 1943 to 1945, didn’t like the impeccable view from his bedroom because of his hatred of lakes, was one of the most … well, interesting ones. Because how on earth can someone not feel truly and utterly blessed, being welcomed at this tasteful haven of blissful beauty and genuine hospitality? Honestly, we don’t know. And sneaking a peek at the long list of influential guests having stayed here since renowned hotelier Bob Burns opened the property as Grand Hotel à Villa Feltrinelli in 2001, makes the conclusion obvious that most people would agree.

However, when Burns bought the villa in the 1990s as a summer residence,

personal and creative way of interpreting

the property – built in 1892 - that once belonged to one of Italy’s richest

turns every single position on the menu

families was in quite poor condition. But luckily the man is a visionary,

into a delightful surprise – for eyes and

and he spared neither cost nor effort in order to restore the glory of this

taste buds alike. Baiocco’s guests can dine

history-rich treasure chest. After deciding to turn it into a Grand Hotel, he

wherever they like: under the shining chan-

infused it with his own very warm sense of hospitality and highest service

deliers of the elegant dining room, at the

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spacious guestrooms and four individual guesthouses spread across the

romantic garden or on board the villa’s

carefully landscaped property. Seven guestrooms in the main villa feature

pleasure boat “Contessa”.

fresco ceilings painted in the 1890’s by the Lieti brothers, and all rooms were individually designed and decorated by San Francisco based interior

No matter where you dine at Villa Feltrinelli,

designer Pamela Babey, incorporating 70 pieces of original antique furniture

it feels like you’re staying at a friend’s house,

that came with the villa. On top of that, the team gathered over 1000

and we’re certainly not talking about the

pieces of antique or custom-made furnishings to complete the restoration.

man who resided here during World War II, but rather the philanthropic Feltrinellis or

From the outside Villa Feltrinelli, the park and the lake with its snug little

today’s lovely owner of this little paradise.

sailing boats look and feel a bit like a fairy tale turned into reality. There

Thanks for having us!

are enchanting turrets, star-shaped windows, the prettiest lemony to deliver shade during the day, sleek marble pools, and silently appearing hosts to fulfill your every wish before you even know you had one. Needless to say, the culinary experience to come along with this hideaway is one of a kind. Executive chef Stefano Baiocco creates unique dishes made of local produce and flavoring ingredients from the villa’s exotic herb garden. The inspiration of the dishes is mostly Italian, but his very

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Chef Stefano Baiocco and one of his creations

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Chef Stefano Baiocco and one of his creations

Chef Stefano Baiocco and one of his creations

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Prada and Giangiacomo Feltrinelli Editore present the third edition of Prada Journal, the international literary contest dedicated to emerging writers. The

PRADA FELTRINELLI PRIZE – III EDITION

Prada Journal collection of optical frames, developed in collaboration with Luxottica, continues to be a key tool to explore the world through different lenses and a new way to see the things and people around us. This year’s theme is:

“Illuminations, shadows and mirages. Things are not always what they seem” The contest closes on August 31st. The winners will be selected by a jury of prestigious international literary experts whose names will be revealed in due course.

Full details at www.prada.com/journal

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ARTOLOGY’S 10 FAVORITE CARIBBEAN HONEYMOON HOT SPOTS

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Text: Philippe Kjellgren

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ST KITTS & NEVIS

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Belle Mont Farm at Kittitian Hill A new height of luxury and sustainability combined. The owner Val Kampedoo’s incredible vision to bring together community, culture, and mindful conservation of natural resources that creates life-changing benefits to the local people and its economy. Farm to table beyond anything you’ve ever experienced, its own working farm, and “edible” golf course (mangoes on hole no. 2). The beautiful guest houses are strategically placed around thousands of edible plants with outdoor bathrooms and plunge-pools all built without cutting down a single tree, the resort rests peacefully along the slopes of a volcano with stunning vistas of the shore and neighbouring islands.

www.kittitianhill.com

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TURKS & CAICOS

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Parrot Cay A private Island Resort in Turks & Caicos originally discovered by the owner’s daughter when on a private cruise through the Caribbean. This is a very secluded and serene private magical place just 35 minutes by boat from Providenciales, no cars just sandy paths perfect for walks or jogging across the island. The 1000 acres island has some of the best beaches in the Caribbean and Turks & Caicos is rated one of the top 10 Scuba diving destinations in the world. The resort oozes style with its whitewashed interiors furnished with soft white cotton, 4-poster beds and teak furnishings.

www.comohotels.com/parrotcay

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Amanyara Amanresorts only Caribbean destination on the island of Providenciales in Turks & Caicos, for an “Aman Junkie”, which their loyal followers are called, it could not get much better, all 40 pavilions are scattered across the cliffs and shorelines and offer absolute privacy. Architecturally this is a very stunning place with a gorgeous infinity pool; it’s like a piece of living art.

This place also offers one of the world’s best cliff and wall diving, so bring your Scuba certificate or take the opportunity to get one on your honeymoon.

www.amanresorts.com/amanyara/home.aspx

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ANGUILLA Cap Juluca Probably one of the most stunning beaches in all of the Caribbean, the mile long beach along Maundays Bay stretches the entire resort with its three restaurants and white Moroccan designed buildings. Here all rooms and suites have sea view overlooking the crystal blue water with direct beach access, I can’t imagine what this piece of land is worth today, but no wonder why some guests come back year after year.

www.capjuluca.com

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Malliouhana After an almost three year closure this famed 80’s resort has re-opened 30 years to the day of its original opening and once again sets a new standard for Caribbean island luxury yet more relaxed than it used to be. Stunning views of the amazing beaches of Mead’s Bay from both the restaurant and the lounge sunset bar remains, but with a far more chic decor. My personal favorite activity was heading to the hotel’s more private beach called Turtle Cove. This is your perfect honeymoon beach, where - it seems – very few guests venture; ask the hotel to prepare your very own picnic and spend the day.

malliouhana.aubergeresorts.com

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ST BARTHS Le Sereno Some people still call this resort a hidden gem, and that says a lot for an island as explored as St Barths. This is where renowned Parisian designer Christian Liaigre (who also has a home on the island) has made Le Sereno one of the most stylish, relaxed, and understated beach resorts.

Located in a protected cove called Grand Cul de Sac, where sea turtles flock, you can grab your paddle board and venture out, its also the perfect place to kite surf or learn how to do it. With only 36 rooms and 3 villas it is your prefect honeymoon destination, yet close to all the party and fun this island has to offer.

www.lesereno.com

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Eden Roc The most famous of rocks, this stunning small beach resort was the first hotel to be built on St Barths back in the 50s. It has since gone through a massive recent renovation and is today the “it” place to stay when in St Barths. The rooms on the rock are stunning and very private with incredible sea views, the Rock star villa on the beach has its own recording studio. For a small place this resort offers every- thing including one of the island’s best beach restaurants and a panoramic view of the famous landing strip at St Barths airport.

www.edenrockhotel.com

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DOMINICAN REPUBLIC The Peninsula House The first time I visited this place I was absolutely blown away. I wondered who had the vision to build this plantation house over 100 years ago on top of a hill in the Dominican Republic. The owner showed me around and told the story how he actually built it only 5 years earlier; I could not believe it.

The attention to detail and passion that has gone in to create this place is beyond belief, with only 8 rooms this is now one of my personal favorite destinations. Peninsula House also has a beach club a short drive from the property, with an excellent restaurant. Don’t mistake this destination for only all-inclusive, it has its hidden gems and this is as good as it gets.

www.thepeninsulahouse.com

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Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve Puerto Rico - also called “The Island of Enchantment” - is the destination I chose for my own wedding, so by default it makes the list, and not only for its amazing beaches, glowing sea (bio luminescent bays) and rich Hispanic history.

The stunning Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve is the epitome of luxury and romance. The picturesque beach is nestled in coconut palms and all rooms and suites enjoy direct access to the beach, most rooms with infinity pools. For Spa divas the tropical five-acre Spa Botánico can’t get much better. For foodies, the hotel is also home to Mi Casa run by famed Spanish Chef José Andrés. And if that´s not enough you have three golf courses to choose from; happy honeymooning!

www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/ DoradoBeach/Default.htm

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Jade Mountain Resort at Anse Chastenet St Lucia, one of if not the Caribbean’s most picturesque island, is home to the famous Jade Mountain Resort, the only hotel with views of iconic Gros Piton and Piti Mountains. It resides high up top of the private 600 acre Estate of Anse Chastenet next to two pristine beaches with coral reefs just off shore. A honeymoon does not get more stunning than this. The Celestial Terrace, is perfect for sunset cocktails or star-gazing. All 24 sanctuaries (rooms) come with your own infinity pool, in some of the rooms the pool starts inside your bedroom.

www.jademountain.com

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ART

GOING FOR GOLD Text: Mark Robinow & Danielle Monticone

If you’re into exquisite handcrafted art and design

automotive, luggage, furniture – even appliances. If it can

creations made from precious metals, then do I have

be manufactured, it can be enhanced with precious

a tip for you. VERIDOR , the German manufacturer of

metals. Imagine palladium tipped brogues, silver framed

luxury goods seem to have the Midas touch – they

Corbusier chairs, golden museum façades, a platinum

not only turn everyday objects into gold but can also

cigar casing, … indulge your fantasy. Metal is no longer

transform your creative inspirations into reality.

limited to a particular form or function.

From delicate filigree to serpentine curves, they have Gold, for example, was once relegated to simply fram-

a history of crafting works of art for both the indivi-

ing art, now it has become the art itself. The cooperation

dual connoisseur and premium manufacturer.

with the renowned Belgian artist Arne Quinze is yet anDesigners and architects, in particular would find these

other testament to these artisans’ ability to convert a

master craftsmen to be a valuable partner. Gold’s unique

creative vision into reality. The artist’s 18 karat, 45 kg

mix of malleability, ductility, conductivity and resistance

sculpture in rose gold was featured in the luxurious

to corrosion, plus the fact that it doesn’t tarnish make it

5-star Badrutt’s Palace hotel during the San Moritz Art

a highly versatile metal. It does however demand cor-

Masters earlier in the last year. The response by opinion

rect handling. The German premium manufacturer from

leaders from the world of art, intrigued by the uncon-

Pforzheim draws on almost 170 years of experience in

ventional use of the material, will no doubt lead to further

working with this precious metal. Whether hammered,

collaboration with artists. Stay tuned.

extruded, rolled or cast, they have refined the art.

No matter what the design, no matter how big or how

Flawless execution and, above all, passion seem to be their winning recipe for their exquisite art and design crea-

small, these master craftsmen seem to have a way of ac-

tions in gold, silver, platinum and/or palladium.

complishing the task of creating precious metal masterpieces with aplomb. If ever there was a way to add a bit of panache to your life, that sense of wealth and luxury,

Even the most demanding CEOs would be impress-

this is it.

ed with the results of their visions turned into gold. The variety of hues from rose to silver from their palette of precious metals are expertly blended into timeless bespoke designs no matter from what industry: fashion,

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Arne Quinze, natural chaos

Veridor at work

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Untitled by Dylan Don

Mark Robinow ‘art + commerce’ is an art consultancy specializing in all aspects of providing expertise for collectors, buyers and re-sellers of fine art photography and contemporary art. We organize and manage exhibitions for artists, galleries and corporate sponsors, and choose suitable venues that fulfill our client‘s needs. Over the past decade we have put together an informal international network of artists, collectors and dealers, allowing us to connect one to the other according to very specific requirements. The photographers we represent come from around the globe and specialize in all aspects of fine art photography, as well as a vast variety that emphasize our special interests and core competence: landscapes, wildlife- and, in particular, rock‘n‘roll & jazz photography.

We consult our corporate clients on various subjects such as developing a collection based on parameters that our clients give us, or alternatively some that we suggest. These parameters are based on corporate guidelines of our clients and various themes that form a natural synergy with their corporate identity and communications plan. Mark Robinow ›art + commerce‹ has managed to place many of its artists’ works into private collections in Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Spain, China, the US and Indonesia as well as in some prestigious corporate collections in Europe and the United States. Mark Robinow ›art + commerce‹ supplies most of the established luxury hotel and resort chains. Hotels are our favorite clients as we strongly believe that hosting an exhibition in a hotel is one of the best ‘platforms’ to combine the wishes and needs of both parties involved.

We strategically approach the same target group and offer services to our clients, the hotel services and our own in perfect unity.

A classic win-win situation. Should you wish further information on any particular artists or our services please do not hesitate to contact us.

Mark Robinow T +49 (0) 1520 612 6910 contact@mark-robinow.com www.mark-robinow.com

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A R TO LO GY – I S S U E 6

Artology cannot resist looking into the minds of some of the creative heads of our time à la Marcel Proust, though we did change the questions just a bit.

ANDRÉ DE PLESSEL Interview: Mark Robinow

What is your biggest vice? To paint erotic pictures during the night, only for myself What is your idea of being creative? Creativity is more important than knowledge, knowledge is limited, creativity is endless, unlimited and everywhere arround us. Which is your favorite city in the world? Barcelona Who is your favorite artist? Wolfgang Beltracchi. He copies everybody’s work even better than their originals and is himself a highly creativ painter. What historical figure do you most admire? Julius Cesar Which living person do you most admire? Arnold Schwarzenegger from a little village in Austria, with muscle to the top political position of California Which other talent would you most like to have? To compose and play music. What is your favorite occupation? Painting on erotic images What is your life motto? Be a dreamer, stay childish and curious

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