On 18th September, the gallery and artists’ residence, Contemporary Cluster, a long-standing Roman powerhouse and symbol of innovation and avant-garde on the contemporary art scene, will inaugurate the opening of its new spaces through a unique group exhibition that brings together and intertwines international artists. Giacomo Guidi, the founder and creative director of the space, once again shows the rebellious and pioneering spirit that has defined his entire career, opening the doors to a new horizon filled with hopes, desires, and future perceptions.

The exhibition, titled “Fatmah”, a variant of “Fattūmah”, derived from the superlative of “Fatah”, represents a core of meanings and artistic works that interconnect and perfectly define the concept of the gallery’s new beginning.

Nicola Ghirardelli, Arvin Golrokh, Giuseppe Lo Cascio, Lorenzo Montinaro, Jacopo Naccarato, Linus Rauch, Franziska Reinbothe, and Sofiia Yesakova, accompanied by the critical text of Arnold Braho, create a tapestry of connections that delve into the traditions of the Middle East.

“Fatmah” is not merely a title, but a concrete symbol of a living framework where emotions, desires, and memories merge; a continuous flow in which the sacred and the everyday blend together. From a literal standpoint, the Arabic term from which the title derives conceals a meaning of rebirth and change, understood as innovation, renewal, and resilience. It is perceived as a positive omen and a sign of good fortune.This element plays a crucial role within the entire exhibition, as it situates itself within a specific moment in time and transforms the concept into a dynamic and progressive journey.