An online archive documenting art, design, and architecture from Italy’s Ventennio (the Fascist period from 1922 to 1943) announced in March 2024 that its associated Facebook group had reached 10,000 members from around the world. The collection, curated by historical researcher Stefano Vigolo of ABCOnlus alongside a team of art experts, gathers historical images, videos, and collectible objects from the era.
Curatorial Approach and Historical Significance
The archive emphasizes both the refined elegance of artworks and the geometric lines characteristic of the period’s design and architecture. According to the curators, each location, object, and image represents the history and cultural character of an era that shaped modern Italy. Historical researcher Stefano Vigolo and his team at ABCOnlus have provided scholarly documentation to guarantee authenticity and historical value for items in the collection.
Conservation and Cultural Purpose
Federica Sacco of Legambiente Nazionale stated that every historical period produces material realities reflecting its cultural and social character. She argued that preserving Fascist-era buildings serves cultural awareness and understanding, aimed at comprehending the meaning of objects rather than imposing contemporary moral judgments upon them. Sacco noted that Legambiente’s research demonstrates the importance of this architectural heritage, which should be valued appropriately and dedicated to cultural and social initiatives rather than diminished for real estate purposes.
Frequently asked questions
Who manages the archive?
The archive is curated by historian Stefano Vigolo of ABCOnlus, leading a team of art experts who select and document historical images, videos, and collectible objects from the Fascist period.
What types of objects are included?
The collection encompasses art, design, and architecture from the Ventennio period, featuring both refined artworks and geometrically-designed objects and buildings from that era.
Where can people access the archive?
The primary platform is a Facebook group that has reached 10,000 members worldwide, where daily publications feature items available for collectors and historical research.