About this Event
Sveva Caetani’s Recapitulation Series: From Medieval Mysticism to the Space Age
Join us at the Museum of Vancouver for the launch of Adriana A. Davies’ new book, Sveva Caetani’s Recapitulation Series: From Medieval Mysticism to the Space Age, celebrating the remarkable life, art, and legacy of Italian-Canadian artist Sveva Caetani.
The evening will feature a presentation by Adriana A. Davies, a screening of selected excerpts from Heidi Thompson’s film Sveva Caetani: Recapitulation – A Journey, and a panel discussion with Peter Shostak, Dr. Emily O’Brien, and Dr. Vlad Vintila, exploring Caetani’s work through art, history, literature, and the Italian-Canadian experience.
Presented by Festina Lente, in collaboration with the Consulate General of Italy in Vancouver and the Istituto Italiano di Cultura Toronto, with support from the Caetani Centre and UBC Department of Art History, Visual Art & Theory.
Monday, October 26, 2026 | 6:30–9:30 PM
Joyce Walley Room, Museum of Vancouver
Admission is free. Finger foods will be served, with Italian wine generously provided by the Consulate General of Italy in Vancouver.
Event venue & nearby stays
Museum of Vancouver, 1100 Chestnut Street, Vancouver, Canada
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