Renowned for its deep expertise in Old Master works, Frascione Gallery will showcase a thoughtfully curated blend of Modern and Contemporary art alongside pieces inspired by historical European art traditions, underscoring the gallery’s unique capacity to bridge eras and engage collectors from across the art world.
Under the leadership of fourth-generation owner Federico Gandolfi Vannini, Frascione Gallery continues its storied legacy of celebrating timeless art while embracing contemporary perspectives.
Gandolfi Vannini shares his excitement for this Art Miami debut: “Our selection for Art Miami presents both the continuity of artistic heritage and the innovation that contemporary perspectives bring. This pairing allows us to engage new audiences and long-time collectors alike, fostering dialogues across time.”
The gallery has previously exhibited at prestigious fairs, including TEFAF New York, Paris Fine Art, the Florence Biennale (BIAF), and the Palm Beach Show each show further extending the gallery’s influence across global art communities.
Highlights of Frascione Gallery’s Art Miami Collection
Reynier Llanes
Miami-based Cuban artist Reynier Llanes uses realism imbued with symbolism to reflect cultural memory and personal narrative. Works like Bathed in the Sun (2023) and I Found a Wish (2024) embody Llanes’ storytelling approach, merging impressionistic brushwork with symbolic depth, capturing moments that transcend the ordinary.
Fabio Viale
Venere 2 Venus, 2023, white marble, pigment, 43.3 x 19.6 x 15.7”, 110 x 50 x 40 cm Apollo (back), 2023
white marble, pigment, 24kt gold and silver, 53 ½ x 25 x 36” (135 x 63.5 x 91.4 cm)Apollo (front), 2023
white marble, pigment, 24kt gold and silver, 53.5 x 25.1 x 14.1”, 136 x 64 x 36 cm
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Marble sculptor Fabio Viale reimagines classical Greco-Roman forms, layering them with contemporary symbols. His Apollo (2023) and Venus (2023) explore identity and symbolism by using tattoos, silver and gold leaf, transforming familiar iconography into reflections on cultural heritage and modern identity. Viale’s work challenges viewers to reconsider historical narratives within today’s cultural framework.
Davide Bramante
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Siracusa-born photographer Davide Bramante employs multiple exposure techniques to layer scenes from urban environments worldwide, creating vivid composite cityscapes that explore collective memory and spatial dynamics. Works such as La Bellezza Imprigionata Negli Occhi (2023) and Museo a Cielo Aperto (2014) evoke sensory narratives through complex overlays, providing an arresting view into the convergence of place, time, and thought.
Girolamo Forabosco and Nicola Samorì
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A unique dual-piece installation by Italian Old Master Girolamo Forabosco and contemporary artist Nicola Samorì pairs Christ Giving Blessing (c. 1640) with Well of the Prophet (2023/2024), exploring themes of sanctity and material decay. Forabosco’s serene depiction contrasts with Samorì’s visceral intervention on onyx, both works reinforcing the gallery’s commitment to dialogue between historical reverence and modern reinterpretation.
Julio Cesar Delgado
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Cuban artist Julio Cesar Delgado, with works like La Muerte de Medusa and Temple Guardians (2024), reflects on mythology and spirituality. His meticulous detail and composition balance beauty with introspection, offering visual meditations on human nature and transformation that invite viewers to engage with universal themes of mortality and reverence.
Bo Bartlett
American realist Bo Bartlett brings a modernist’s sensibility to the tradition of American realism. His painting Refugees (2023) examines themes of migration and human resilience, channeling his unique approach to realism that elevates personal experiences into archetypal representations of home and belonging.
Art Miami Details
Location: One Herald Plaza (NE 14th Street & Biscayne Bay), Miami, FL 33132
Fair Hours:
- Tuesday, December 3:
- 11 AM – 1 PM (Platinum VIP Preview)
- 1 PM – 4 PM (VIP Preview)
- 4 PM – 9 PM
- Wednesday – Saturday, December 4 – 7: 11 AM – 7 PM
- Sunday, December 8: 11 AM – 6 PM
Bathed in the Sun, 2023, oil on board,
10 x 7”, 25.4 x 17.8 cmPorsche in Vienna, oil on masonite,
10 x 7”, 25.4 x 17.8 cm
About Frascione Gallery
Established in 1893 by Enrico Frascione, a renowned art collector and dealer, the Frascione collection specialized in European paintings from the 14th to 17th century, with a notable focus on the Renaissance. Now in its fourth generation, Federico Gandolfi Vannini, leads the family legacy.
Under Gandolfi Vannini’s stewardship, Frascione debuted its Palm Beach gallery in 2023, harmonizing Old Master paintings with Modern and Contemporary artworks, fostering captivating dialogues between eras and schools of thought. Frascione Gallery offers tailored consultations for collectors and designers.
Renowned for its participation in prestigious art fairs such as TEFAF New York, Paris Fine Art, the Florence Biennale BIAF, the Palm Beach Show, Frascione expands its cultural footprint to Art Miami, marking its inaugural show in Miami and aiming to influence the artistic landscape across the Americas. Multiple publications and collaborations with art historians underscore the gallery’s commitment to academic contributions.
For over a century, Frascione has served an esteemed clientele across Europe, Asia, and the United States, including museums and private collections, solidifying its position as a beacon of artistic excellence.
For more information, please visit https://www.frascione.com/.