Collector removes Boccioni sculpture from major Futurism exhibition citing misleading texts and safety concerns

Roberto Bilotti, an Italian art collector, has withdrawn Umberto Boccioni's influential sculpture, 'Unique Forms of Continuity in Space', from an exhibition in Rome over safety issues and misleading information regarding its description. Bilotti criticized the exhibition's poor conditions, including inadequate display and broken elements, comparing it unfavorably to another prestigious exhibition. He pointed out inaccuracies in the sculpture's caption, calling it 'sloppily' done and asserting the importance of presenting such masterpieces accurately and respectfully to reflect their significance.

The removal of Boccioni's 'Unique Forms of Continuity in Space' highlights critical concerns over exhibition conditions and misrepresentation of important artworks.

Collector Bilotti emphasized that Boccioni's masterpiece should be displayed with respect, noting its selection as Italy's symbol at the UN.

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