Intesa Sanpaolo at miart 2026 with Ryman and Schifano exhibition
16 April 2026
At miart 2026, the international modern and contemporary art fair, Intesa Sanpaolo presents an exhibition project dedicated to Robert Ryman and Mario Schifano. The initiative unfolds between the fair and the Gallerie d’Italia museum, showcasing works from the Group’s collections and reinforcing the bank’s role in supporting culture and the art market.
The project aligns with the theme of miart 2026, inspired by the jazz of Miles Davis and John Coltrane. It connects the artistic research of Ryman and Schifano with musical language, highlighting the balance between rigour and improvisation that defines both artists, despite their different artistic backgrounds.
An exhibition project between the fair and Gallerie d’Italia
The project “Ryman / Schifano, Standard / Variations. 1960–1970: controlled improvisations from modal to monochrome”, curated by Nicola Ricciardi, begins in the Intesa Sanpaolo lounge at miart with two works from the Luigi and Peppino Agrati Collection, now part of the Group’s collections.
The exhibition continues at the Gallerie d’Italia - Milan, where additional works by the two artists are displayed, including Robert Ryman’s monumental Surface Veil IV. During miart, the vault is exceptionally open to the public by reservation, offering access to a selection of works from the 20th and 21st centuries.
Intesa Sanpaolo’s role in the art ecosystem
Participation in miart 2026 confirms Intesa Sanpaolo’s commitment to enhancing artistic heritage and engaging with the art market and collecting community.
“Intesa Sanpaolo renews its commitment to miart and strengthens a long-standing partnership that includes sharing its art collections. Intesa Sanpaolo supports modern and contemporary art as a key element for a country that aims to be open, dynamic and forward-looking.”
Michele Coppola, Executive Director, Art, Culture and Historical Heritage, Intesa Sanpaolo, and General Director, Gallerie d’Italia
Art advisory and insights on collecting
Intesa Sanpaolo Private Banking is present at miart with its art advisory service, supporting the management and enhancement of art collections as part of overall wealth.
“Intesa Sanpaolo Private Banking recognises collecting as an increasingly important lens for understanding the evolution of wealth among Italian families and entrepreneurs. Collecting integrates economic value, identity and a generational perspective within wealth management.”
Cristiana Fiorini, General Manager, Intesa Sanpaolo Private Banking
During miart 2026, Intesa Sanpaolo will host two events focused on art market developments and on tools for managing and transferring collections.
- Friday 17 April, 6:00 pm
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In collaboration with Gruppo Apollo
Opening remarks
Nicola Ricciardi, Artistic Director of miart
Michele Coppola, Executive Director Art, Culture and Historical Heritage, Intesa Sanpaolo, and General Director, Gallerie d’Italia
Speakers:
Federico Mollicone, Chair of the Culture Committee of the Italian Chamber of Deputies
Guido Guerzoni, Professor at Bocconi University
Andrea Sirio Ortolani, Vice President of Gruppo Apollo and President of the National Association of Modern Art Galleries
Moderator: Nicolas Ballario, art critic and journalist
- Saturday 18 April, 5:00 pm
How to enhance and transfer art collections: trusts and foundations
Maria Grazia Longoni Palmigiano, LCA Law Firm
Stefano Loconte, Loconte & Partners Law Firm
Moderator: Sara Parodi, Intesa Sanpaolo Private Banking
At Allianz MiCo South Wing – Milan. Gate 1 – Parco CityLife / Gate 2 – Viale Eginardo. miart 2026 – Intesa Sanpaolo Lounge
Intesa Sanpaolo is main partner of miart 2026, and its long-standing support for the fair contributes to strengthening Milan’s position in the international modern and contemporary art scene and to fostering the cultural and economic development of the area.
1.Mario Schifano
(Homs, Libia 1934 - Roma 1998)
Il vento era il fiato che usciva dagli alberi, composto e salubre, 1965
olio, matita e plexiglass colorato su tela, 100 x 200 cm
Collezione Intesa Sanpaolo
Crediti: Patrimonio Artistico Intesa Sanpaolo / foto Paolo Vandrasch, Milano
2.Mario Schifano
(Homs, Libia 1934 - Roma 1998)
Con anima, 1963
smalto e grafite su carta applicata su tela, 100 x 100 cm
Collezione Intesa Sanpaolo
Crediti: Patrimonio Artistico Intesa Sanpaolo / foto Paolo Vandrasch, Milano
3.Robert Ryman
(Nashville, 1930 - New York 2019)
Untitled, 1961
olio, gesso su tela di lino, 37 x 36,5 cm
Collezione Luigi e Peppino Agrati - Intesa Sanpaolo
Crediti: Patrimonio Artistico Intesa Sanpaolo / foto Luca Carrà, Milano
4.Robert Ryman
(Nashville, 1930 - New York 2019)
Untitled, 1963
olio, gesso su tela di lino, 19 x 19 cm
Collezione Luigi e Peppino Agrati - Intesa Sanpaolo
Crediti: Patrimonio Artistico Intesa Sanpaolo / foto Luca Carrà, Milano
Last updated 16 April 2026 at 09:59:42
