National Pavilions We Loved at the Venice Biennale
As the punishing heat waves of this summer taper off, this might be the perfect time to visit the international exhibition.
Editor-at-Large Hrag Vartanian and critic Aruna D Souza share their thoughts on the national pavilions at this year's Venice Biennale. Vartanian argues that national pavilions are important for preserving national identities and providing opportunities for smaller nations to showcase their art. Souza agrees, highlighting the success of African countries' participation this year.
She particularly praises the Ecuadorian pavilion, which featured storytelling and reflection led by the Indigenous-led Tawna collective and artist Óscar Santillán. Among other countries, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Democratic Republic of Congo also made their debut, with Aimé Mpané's powerful installation "Le Souffle" reflecting on resilience and displacement.
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