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Valentino Garavani through the eyes of Joana Vasconcelos
02/10/2026>22/02/2027

To celebrate its 10th anniversary, MAAT presents VENUS – Valentino Garavani Through the Eyes of Joana Vasconcelos, an exhibition conceived as a dialogue between art and haute couture, inspired by the universe of fashion designer Valentino Garavani (1932–2026). The exhibition comes to Lisbon from an original concept developed by PM23 | Fondazione Valentino Garavani e Giancarlo Giammetti, in partnership with Valentino S.p.A. Following its debut at PM23 – the cultural space in Rome created by Valentino Garavani and Giancarlo Giammetti – in January 2026, where it was on view until 19 July 2026, it has been reimagined for MAAT through an adaptation to the museum's gallery spaces. Responding to MAAT's distinctive architecture, the Lisbon presentation extends the original concept into a new context, marking a new chapter in the project's evolution. Joana Vasconcelos – winner of the first edition of the Fundação EDP New Artists Award in 2000 – is renowned for her monumental installations and theatrical visual language. For MAAT, she creates a bespoke site-specific route through the museum space that weaves together iconic works and new creations inspired by the Italian couturier’s universe. Throughout Galleries 1 and 2 of MAAT Gallery, works will be in harmonious dialogue with 30 haute couture and prêt-à-porter creations by Valentino Garavani.

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© Joana Linda | Courtesy Foundation EDP/MAAT
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© Joana Linda | Courtesy Foundation EDP/MAAT
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© Bruno Lopes | Courtesy Foundation EDP/MAAT
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© Bruno Lopes | Courtesy Foundation EDP/MAAT
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© Bruno Lopes | Courtesy Foundation EDP/MAAT
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© Joana Linda | Courtesy Foundation EDP/MAAT
Joana Vasconcelos / Exhibitions / VENUS