Thomas De Falco in Venice: 'Fragile Forces W' at Fondazione Querini

Thomas De Falco in Venice: "Fragile Forces W"

Fondazione Querini Stampalia hosts "Fragile Forces W", a new project by Thomas De Falco presented during the 61st Venice Art Biennale. The work combines textile sculpture, performance and installation to explore fragility as a generative force in today’s social landscape.

What to expect

The project features textile sculptures made in New York in early 2026 and live actions that turn weaving gestures into theatrical presence. De Falco works with the wrapping technique—knots and wrappings that form enveloping surfaces and sculptural bodies—using natural fibres such as wool, cotton, linen and silk.

Why it matters

• Performative approach: the work moves beyond the studio, activating bodies and space.
• Tradition meets innovation: starting from contemporary tapestry, the artist reinterprets textile techniques for the present day.
• Symbolic depth: the installations evoke pictorial references and tableau vivant, with dreamlike and symbolic layers.

Practical information

• Performance: 18 May 2026 (special event)
• Exhibition: 19 May – 14 June 2026
• Venue: Fondazione Querini Stampalia, Venice
• Tickets and opening hours: check the Foundation's official website for prices, opening times and access arrangements during the Biennale.

Visitor tips

To fully experience De Falco's work, attend the performance if possible (limited seating) and spend time observing the textiles and the interplay between bodies and space. Pay attention to materiality: natural fibres and handcrafted gestures are crucial to the aesthetic impact.

For the latest updates, schedules and booking information consult Fondazione Querini Stampalia's official channels.