Artwork 049 / 050 transports the viewer to a place filled with history against the majestic backdrop of Capri’s famous Faraglioni cliffs. Experience a different perspective of La Fontelina, Capri's most iconic beach club, which epitomizes the Italian charm and natural beauty of this unique Mediterranean island. Feel the gentle breeze on one of those iconic and much coveted sun loungers on the cliffs of Capri's coastline and imagine waking up from an afternoon nap under the Italian sun after finishing a generous plate of spaghetti alla vongole.
The roots of La Fontelina trace back more than two millennia, when the ships that supplied the opulent villas of the second Roman emperor Tiberius Iulius Caesar Augustus anchored here. In the 16th century, the women of Capri came here to soak flax leaves in these natural pools to manufacture threads for fishing nets and clothing. These white rocks, which were called "E font d'o lino" later became known as "Fontelina" and are a testament to centuries of hard work and tradition.
In 1949, the restaurant La Fontelina officially opened its doors in a modest wooden hut right on the cliffs. Over the years, the beach club had to be rebuilt several times to survive all those violent sea storms. The 1960s marked a turning point when the international jet set, including celebrities such as Brigitte Bardot, Sophia Loren or Jackie Kennedy, discovered the allure of Capri and in particular the charm of La Fontelina. The terrace, which is shaded by a pergola made of chestnut wood, and their iconic white and blue sun loungers have meanwhile achieved a cult status around the world.
Since 1949, the essence of La Fontelina has remained untouched. Its timeless atmosphere has been shaped by generations of people who have experienced their happiest moments on these cliffs. Artwork 049 / 050 immortalizes this heritage and invites the viewer to indulge in sun-drenched memories of La Fontelina on the enchanting coast of Capri.
