Alice Isabella Leone

Visioni transculturali: un’analisi della pratica artistica di Fiamma Montezemolo

Introduction

Visioni transculturali: un’analisi della pratica artistica di fiamma montezemolo. Esplora l'arte di Fiamma Montezemolo da una prospettiva transculturale, analizzando identità, confini territoriali e l'influenza dei Border Studies e Postcolonial Studies.

Abstract

Questo articolo riconsidera la pratica artistica dell’artista e antropologa italiana Fiamma Montezemolo, adottando una prospettiva riconducibile ai Border Studies e ai Postcolonial Studies, all’interno della quale confluiscono approcci filosofici, geografici e antropologici. La metodologia adottata riflette la natura polifonica del lavoro di Montezemolo, che integra il sapere e i metodi derivati dalla sua formazione antropologica con la ricerca artistica, al fine di esplorare tematiche legate all’identità, all’appartenenza e alle realtà territoriali. Dopo aver delineato le origini del suo percorso, l’articolo analizza quattro opere che affrontano, da angolazioni e metodologie differenti, il tema dei confini territoriali, con particolare attenzione al confine tra Messico e Stati Uniti e all’identità intesa come categoria fluida e in trasformazione.

Review

This article proposes a timely and pertinent re-examination of the artistic practice of Fiamma Montezemolo, an Italian artist and anthropologist. The stated aim to reconsider her work through the lenses of Border Studies and Postcolonial Studies promises a sophisticated and critical analysis. The explicit integration of philosophical, geographical, and anthropological approaches underscores a robust interdisciplinary foundation, suggesting a comprehensive and nuanced exploration of Montezemolo’s contributions within contemporary art and critical theory. The methodological approach, designed to mirror the polyphonic nature of Montezemolo's oeuvre, appears particularly fitting. By integrating anthropological knowledge and methods with artistic research, the article is well-positioned to delve into complex themes of identity, belonging, and territorial realities. The explicit focus on territorial borders, specifically the US-Mexico frontier, and the concept of identity as fluid and transformational, addresses highly relevant contemporary debates. The intention to analyze four distinct works, each approaching the theme of borders from different angles, suggests a thorough and illustrative examination of Montezemolo's engagement with these critical issues. Overall, this article presents a compelling prospect for scholarly contribution. By bringing together Montezemolo's unique artistic and anthropological background with advanced theoretical frameworks, it is poised to offer fresh insights into transcultural perspectives and the complexities of contemporary borders. The proposed analysis promises not only to illuminate the practice of a significant artist but also to enrich ongoing discussions within Border Studies, Postcolonial Studies, and art history concerning migration, identity formation, and the performativity of space. This appears to be a valuable and thought-provoking addition to the field.

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