Bottega Veneta presents CORRESPONDENCES a special performance by Soundwalk Collective and Patti Smith

"...Bottega Veneta reaffirms its commitment to cultural and artistic advocacy through this exclusive showcase, which forms part of the world tour by Soundwalk Collective and Patti Smith. The event takes place at the brand’s newly established headquarters at Palazzo San Fedele, in the heart of Milan..."

CORRESPONDENCES is an ever-evolving artistic project that seamlessly blends Soundwalk Collective’s recordings from deeply resonant locations worldwide with Patti Smith’s profound poetry. This performance incorporates a diverse range of artistic elements both visuals, sound, spoken word, and film, culminating in a powerful artistic expression that reflects Bottega Veneta’s dedication to contemporary craftsmanship.

For this exceptional edition of CORRESPONDENCES, Patti Smith unveils a special tribute to the visionary Italian designer Carlo Mollino, with a particular focus on his final interior design project, Casa Mollino in Turin, created between 1960 and 1968. Casa Mollino is an intimate space that profoundly embodies Mollino’s artistic essence, showcasing his refined aesthetic and philosophy, akin to Bottega Veneta’s belief in the notion that "When your own initials are enough." Shrouded in secrecy, even from Mollino’s closest acquaintances, the residence was never intended as his home but is regarded as the ultimate manifestation of his artistic vision. The space is imbued with intricate symbolism, among which the butterfly stands out, a motif also deeply rooted in Bottega Veneta’s design heritage.

This exclusive edition of CORRESPONDENCES meticulously brings together aesthetic and symbolic elements, including the original bed from Casa Mollino and handcrafted butterflies created by Bottega Veneta’s artisans, forging a bridge between past and present through a deeply meaningful artistic experience.

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