From December 3 to 8, Meritalia will unveil Edizioni del Pesce, an evocative collection by renowned Italian designer Gaetano Pesce, at Design Miami 2024. This presentation, curated by Maria Cristina Didero and featured in the Curio section of the fair, highlights the intersection of art and design through innovative special projects.
Design Miami, esteemed as the leading global design fair, serves as a platform for cutting-edge ideas that challenge traditional boundaries. Pesce, known for his radical approach and unique blend of humor and social critique, embodies this spirit. Throughout his career, he has redefined design beyond mere functionality, creating pieces that resonate with emotional depth and surrealism.
Edizioni del Pesce reflects Pesce’s philosophy of celebrating imperfection and individuality, pushing against the sameness of mass production. Acquired by Meritalia in 2010, this collection revives Pesce’s original craftsmanship, offering limited editions of creatively unpredictable objects, including intricately tangled polyurethane vases and striking resin-coated lamps.
In a world striving for uniformity, Pesce’s work stands out as a powerful critique of mass-produced sterility, emphasizing the artistry found in handcrafted items. As he once stated, “Good design isn’t about fitting a mould, but about completely dismantling it.” This collection invites a contemporary audience to engage with the transformative essence of design as a human act.
The Edizioni del Pesce collection will be on display at Design Miami 2024, located at Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, FL. For those wishing to explore this unique intersection of creativity, the public show runs from December 4 to 8, with various previews preceding the opening. Meritalia continues to champion the vibrant and often chaotic nature of design, ensuring that each piece is not just an object but an opportunity for personal expression and connection to the pulsating rhythm of modern life.
To learn more about the 20th edition of Design Miami, please visit www.designmiami.com
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Schedule of Events
Tuesday, December 3
Members Preview 11am-1pm
Collectors Preview 1pm-7pm
Press Preview 2pm-7pm
Wednesday, December 4
VIP Preview 11am-1pm
Public Show Days
Wednesday December 4, 1pm-7pm
Thursday December 5, 11am-7pm Friday December 6, 11am-7pm
Saturday December 7, 11am-7pm
Sunday December 8, 11am-6pm
pc: Meritalia’s Edizioni del Pesce by Gaetano Pesce