Closing Étude Marks Finale of Florentina Holzinger's SEAWORLD VENICE at Venice Biennale

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Thursday, October 22, 2026 · 1 min read
Venice
Image: Venice · Photo by Nicola Pavan on Unsplash
Exhibition Thaddaeus Ropac

The Facts

The Closing Étude will conclude Florentina Holzinger's SEAWORLD VENICE, the Austrian Pavilion's contribution to the 61st International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia. The performance marks the finale of the aquatic-themed installation, with admission free and on a first-come, first-served basis until capacity is reached. The event draws the curtain on Holzinger's immersive work, which has been a central feature of the pavilion during the Biennale.

The Signal

The close of SEAWORLD VENICE signals the end of one of the more provocative presentations at this year's Biennale, underscoring Holzinger's reputation for boundary-pushing performance art that integrates physical endurance and water-based choreography. For collectors and curators, the finale represents a final opportunity to experience Holzinger's singular vision within the context of the Biennale's national pavilions, highlighting the Austrian Pavilion's emphasis on experimental, live art.

  • Artists: Florentina Holzinger
  • Galleries: Thaddaeus Ropac
  • Locations: Venice
Originally via Thaddaeus Ropac · Curated by The Cultural Signal

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