Maria Lai

Focusing on a pivotal moment in Maria Lai's artistic journey, the monograph explores her transformative work, Legarsi alla montagna, created in 1981. It delves into her diverse artistic expressions, including embroidered canvases, public works, and themes of family and play. The book also features insights from Lai's conversations with notable figures and concludes with an essay examining her artistic success from 1943 to 1993. Edited by Elena Pontiggia, it presents a comprehensive view of Lai's multifaceted contributions to art.