Overview
- The open competition drew 69 proposals, the most in recent editions, with a jury spanning major public and private cultural institutions selecting the winner.
- Curated by Josefina Barcia, the project will represent Argentina in its Arsenale pavilion, with public dates set for May 9–November 22, 2026 after a May 5 preopening.
- The work is a monumental floor drawing in salt and charcoal that incorporates visitor movement as a transforming element.
- Officials will cover pavilion expenses, cleaning, gallery staffing, insurance and two Buenos Aires–Venice flights, but not the creation of the artwork.
- Clarín reports Duville has secured private financing as some artists criticize the funding rule for limiting access.