Èlan Vital | Paris 2025
17 April 2025-12 July 2025
Paris
From April 17th to July 12th, 2025, the 8th arrondissement of Paris will be transformed into a stage of wonder with Élan Vital | When Form Reveals the Invisible, an open-air exhibition featuring six monumental bronze sculptures by Italian Maestro Andrea Roggi. Initiated by the Comité du Faubourg Saint-Honoré and Galeries Bartoux, this poetic journey will stretch from Place de la Madeleine to Place Maurice Barrès, weaving together Parisian elegance and timeless artistic vision.
At the heart of the exhibition rise Roggi’s iconic Trees of Life – powerful symbols of hope, peace, and shared humanity. Inspired by Henri Bergson’s concept of élan vital – the invisible, vital force that animates all living things – these sculptures become tangible expressions of life’s energy. Their graceful, intertwining forms evoke the breath of the universe: the interconnectedness of beings, the cycles of nature, and the quiet strength of empathy.
The exhibition will be inaugurated on 17 April with a special event in front of the Madeleine Church, followed by an exclusive reception at the Hôtel de Crillon. A second highlight will be held on 22 May at the Galeries Bartoux, with the presentation of an extraordinary limited edition inspired by the work Energia della Vita. Born from the collaboration between Maestro Andrea Roggi and legendary jeweller Martin Katz, this exceptional collection combines sculpture and fine jewellery in a powerful tribute to the invisible beauty of life.
With this exhibition, Andrea Roggi invites us to reconnect with the life force that runs through everything - an invitation to slow down, to reflect, and to rediscover the wonder of existence.
valle d'itria 2025 | Apulia
19 March 2025-18 March 2026
Martinafranca - Locorortondo - Cisternino
Itria Valley - The 'Roots of Humanity' artistic and cultural project is born
The municipalities of Cisternino and Locorotondo extend their heartfelt gratitude to the Municipality of Martina Franca for spearheading the cultural and artistic initiative that has brought the “Roots of Humanity” exhibition to life. This shared exhibition, featuring the extraordinary sculptures of internationally renowned artist Andrea Roggi, marks a significant milestone for the Itria Valley, strengthening the spirit of collaboration between the three municipalities.
Roggi’s works, which have already enriched the historic center of Martina Franca and captivated thousands of visitors, will now shine in Locorotondo and Cisternino as well. These towns will host the sculptures “Un Nuovo Mondo” and “Le Radici della Rinascita”, with the exhibition curated by Felicia Cigorescu.
Le Artworks of Roggi, who have already enriched the historical centre of Martina Franca and captured the attention of thousands of tourists, will continue to shine in the villages of Locorotondo e Cisterninowhich will host the works 'A New World' e "The Roots of Rebirth, with staging by Felicia Cigorescu.
“Roots of Humanity” is not only an open-air exhibition but a message of peace, hope, and trust in humankind, symbolized above all by the presence of the olive tree. It also stands as a collaborative effort between the cultural departments of the three municipalities, united in their commitment to the future of the Itria Valley. This shared commitment lays the groundwork for the Union of Municipalities, a project strongly supported by their mayors.
strong>"We are deeply grateful to the Municipality of Martina Franca,” said Ermelinda Prete, Councillor for Culture and Tourism of Locorotondo. “This project is not only a cultural enrichment for our territory but also an opportunity to reflect on what unites us. Andrea Roggi’s sculptures, with their intrinsic bond to space and nature, invite us to look inward, to recognize the roots that sustain our identity, and to embrace the future with renewed hope. Our land is unique, and it is this very uniqueness that brings us together.”
Andrea Roggi's sculptures remain in Martina Franca, which becomes leader of the 'Radici di Umanità' project in the Itria Valley
The exhibition will be extended until March 18, 2026 and will also expand geographically: Martina Franca will become the leader of an artistic project that will include the municipalities of Locorotondo and Cisternino.
La exhibition will be extended temporally until 18 March 2026 and, at the same time, expand geographically: Martina Franca will become the leader of an artistic project that will also involve the municipalities of Locorotondo e Cisternino.
“Roots of Humanity”, with its sculptures conveying a message of peace, hope, and trust in humanity, symbolized particularly by the olive tree, will not just be an open-air exhibition, but also the result of close collaboration between the cultural departments of the various towns.
The only sculpture that will leave Piazza XX Settembre is “Ki”, so that other cities may admire it. However, Maestro Andrea Roggi, who will return to Puglia this week, has kindly granted a new artwork to the Municipality of Martina Franca to replace it, further enriching the artistic path through the city center.
The works of the internationally renowned sculptor Andrea Roggi, which have embellished the streets of our historic center and have been immortalized in thousands of tourist photographs, will continue to enhance our city through to 2026.
MONUMENTAL SCULPTURE - SOCIAL OBJECTIVE
Le sculture monumentali realizzate negli ultimi vent’ anni da Andrea Roggi, sono concepite espressamente come opere pubbliche, le sue creazioni si pongono in contatto diretto con lo spettatore.
Andrea riesce a creare opere di alto valore artistico scavando nel profondo della sua anima, con una carica di verità nuova, ritrova il mondo già esistente, così che ogni sua opera sia una metafora della vita, e anche una rappresentazione diversa e divaricante della vita medesima.
La scultura monumentale di Roggi interviene nella scena urbana con significati di storia e memoria.
1981 To Freedom - painting on rock - Trequanda (Si)
1982 Alla fantasia - painting on rock - Bagno Vignoni (Si)
1990 Bronze bas-relief - Church of Manciano - Castiglion Fiorentino (Ar)
1993 Monument in memory of the bombing - Castiglion Fiorentino (Ar)
1994 Monument in memory of the seven martyrs - Tuoro sul Trasimeno (Pg)
1994 War Memorial - Parco Vecchi - Tuoro sul Trasimeno (Pg)
1996 Peace Monument - Montecchio V. - Castiglion Fiorentino (Ar)
1997 Space Mission Medal, STS 84 - Cape Canaveral USA
1997 Monument in memory of Paolo Pierini - Stadium of Cortona (Ar)
1998 Life - Art Park Bun Bun Ga - Montevarchi (Ar)
1998 Nuvola - Torrita di Siena (Si)
1998 Harmony - Civitella in Val di Chiana (Ar)
1999 Monument to Roberto Benigni - Castiglion Fiorentino (Ar)
1999 San Francesco - Group exhibition travelling (Strada in Casentino - La Verna - Assisi- Rome)
2003 Petri Memorial Plaque - Castiglion Fiorentino Station (Ar)
2003 Monument to Nazzareno Nucci - Cesa (Ar)
2004 Monument to Julius III - Monte San Savino (Ar)
2004 Santa Caterina da Siena - Rocca di Tentennano - Castiglion D'Orcia (Si)
2004 Santa Margherita da Cortona - San Marco - Cortona (Ar)
2004 A Santa Lucia - Church of Saints Lucy and Michael Archangel - Cesa - Marciano (Ar)
2005 A San Donato - Arezzo Hospital - (Ar)
2005 Fountain of Creativity - Park of Creativity - Manciano - Castiglion Fiorentino (Ar)
2006 A Santa Caterina da Siena - University of Siena - Castelnuovo Berardenga (Si)
2006 Istante di Paradiso - Cesa - Marciano della Chiana (Ar)
2006 A Santa Margherita da Cortona - Valdichiana Ospedale Nuovo - Cortona (Ar)
2006 Tribute to our history - Arezzo
2006 Taste of Paradise - Park of Creativity - Manciano (Ar)
2006 Brotherhood Bell - Cesa (Ar)
2006 Solidarity, Tuscany, In Memory of Marco Polo in China - Gordon Butt Collection - Hong Kong
2006 Tribute to Dina Ferri - Radicondoli (Si)
2007 Remembrance Bell - Civitella della Chiana (Ar)
2007 Radici Civic Gallery of Contemporary Art - Civitella della Chiana (Ar)
2007 Trees of Life - New York - USA
2007 Suspended in the Air - Madrid - Spain
2007 Garibaldi Monument - Terme Antica Querciolaia - Rapolano Terme (Si)
2007 Bell of Creativity - Creativity Park - Manciano (Ar)
2007 A Mara - Creativity Park - Manciano (Ar)
2007 Monument to the victims of the Civil War - Arezzo
2007 Friendship Bell - Ronda - Spain
2008 Alleluia Bell (Lumen Christi) - Cesa (Ar)
2008 One is the Father - Brotherhood Bell - Cesa (Ar)
2008 Et Resurrexit - Homage to Don Mario Tedeschi - Cesa (Ar)
2008 Tribute to Gino Bartali - Bas-relief - Terontola (Ar) railway station
2008 Bell Rotary Club Arezzo Est- Arezzo
2008 Cesa-Ngomai Ushirikian Bell - Ngomai - Tanzania
2008 Bell Madonna del Parto - Momentana Church - Monterchi (Ar)
2008 Tribute to Father Arturo Buresti - Manciano - Castiglion Fiorentino (Ar)
2009 A Chiara - Palazzetto dello sport of Castiglion Fiorentino (Ar)
2009 A Sant'Agostino - In memory of Luciano Demagistris - Borgo a Buggiano (Pt)
2009 The Journey of Knowledge - Castiglion Fiorentino (Ar)
2009 For a World of Peace - Castiglion Fiorentino (Ar)
2010 Monument to Emanuele Buracchi- Manciano (Ar) Multipurpose Centre
2010 San Michele - Council Hall - Castiglion Fiorentino (Ar)
2010 People's meeting bell - Manciano - Castiglion Fiorentino (Ar)
2011 Families of the world - fountain - Spello (Pg)
2011 Peace Monument (Lions Club) - Madonna Alta (Pg)
2011 Angelo Vegni- Georgofili Academy - Florence
2011 Rinascita - Terme Antica Querciolaia - Rapolano Terme (Si)
2011 Angelo Vegni - Vegni Institute - Capezzine - Cortona (Ar)
2012 Airmen Memorial Monument - Cortona (Ar)
2012 Monument to the Fallen at Work - Arezzo
2014 Imagine melting pot - Linz - Austria
2014 Monument to St Francis - Cortona (Ar)
2014 Tree of Life - Ciggiano (Ar)
2015 St. Francis and the Canticle of the Creatures - Vatican City
2015 Free Knowledge - Spello (Pg)
2015 Saint Francis and the Canticle of the Creatures - Assisi (Pg)
2015 Free Knowledge - Spello (PG)
2016 Tree of Peace - Pope Francis' gift to Ecumenical Patriarch Barolomew I - Assisi (Pg)
2021 Albero della Pace – Firenze
ARTISTICALLY
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Dynamic fusion
A process patented by Maestro Andrea Roggi that allows complex shapes and volumes to be created according to the sculptural and philosophical needs of the artist
Lost-wax casting
A casting process that makes it possible to create from a previously modelled wax cast. Works that transmute in material but not in form
Stainless Steel
This indomitable and beautiful material takes shape under the skilful hands of Maestro Andrea Roggi. A cold material that warms up with the powerful image of the sculpture's subjects.
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