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Argentina Names Matías Duville for 2026 Venice Biennale With ‘Monitor Yin Yang’

Organizers paired a record open call with a rule requiring the artist to secure production funding.

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.