Float (2025) Leather, steel, MDF, micro–cement Float references the undulating …
Float (2025)
Leather, steel, MDF, micro–cement
Float references the undulating pattern of Bottega Veneta’s Intrecciato weave in an installation of deconstructed and layered surfaces. The work resembles a raised horizontal landscape that, while static, conveys a sense of fluidity and movement. The project is produced in collaboration with local artisans from Tetouan, who preserve a five-century-old leatherworking tradition, helping sustain a craft at risk of extinction.
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Bottega Veneta today opens “Destinations,” an exhibition at NOMAD Abu Dhabi that explores the practice and symbolism of weaving. Marking the 50th anniversary of the house’s own iconic leather weave, Intrecciato, the exhibition brings together the work of eight creatives who respond to this signature house craft with their own materials, perspective, and heritage.
The exhibition title, “Destinations,” speaks to the house’s central code of movement and its spirit of discovery. Bottega Veneta holds this notion of encounter not only in its signature craft but also in its regional roots. With its integral connection to Venice – a city distinguished by cross-cultural encounter and exchange – the house is shaped by a spirit of discovery and dialogue.
Curated by Rana Beiruti, the exhibition features the work of six artists and two creative studios from across the Middle East and North Africa: Abdalla Almulla, Amine Asselman, Esna Su, Nader Gammas, Shaha Raphael, and Zein Daouk, as well as the design studio Sayar & Garibeh and the architectural office bahraini — danish.
Each one-of-a-kind piece honours Bottega Veneta’s founding principles of craft and creativity. From ceramic sheets and volcanic stone to works inspired by Emirati Areesh and palm-frond braiding, the works dialogue with Intrecciato through different local materials, regional craft, and weaving traditions. Three pieces also include reserve leather from the Bottega Veneta atelier.
“Destinations” will be on display through 22 November.
