Common Worlds: Treasures from the 39 Nations<\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div>![\"Poster](\"https:\/\/www.ascs.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/il-mondo-in-casa-2026.png\" "\\"the")
<\/span><\/div>What makes a house, a Home?<\/span> Since 2016, The World at Home project has crossed borders and broken down walls, welcoming fragments of life from 39 different nations. This exhibition is not just a collection of objects, but <\/span>A map of shared humanity.<\/span><\/p>\n“Common Worlds”<\/span> invites us to look beyond exoticism, to find in a rug, a mask or a simple wooden glass, the reflection of our own desires: <\/span>belonging, beauty and the warmth of an encounter.<\/span><\/p>\nWelcome to this House as big as the world.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Afghanistan<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nKhamak embroidery – Afghan craftswomen – 2020<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nHazara motifs are among the oldest artistic elements of Afghan folklore. They are a distinctive artistic identity of the Hazara people. This art draws inspiration from nature as well as political and religious beliefs. Numerous rock carvings and the Kaveh banner testify to these ancient origins. Khamak embroidery is a vivid expression of Hazara motifs in clothing and furnishings. Today, this craft has entered international fashion. Designers have created modern patterns based on a delicate art that is entirely hand-stitched. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Albania<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nDying of Laughter – Marin Nikolla & Denis Mu\u00e7a (Artist) and <\/span>Vasil Kuka (Craftsman) – 2025<\/span><\/p>\nThe terracotta vessels conceived by Marin Nikolla and made by artisan Vasil Kuka are configured as symbolic devices that relate contemporary design and traditional knowledge. The rotary gesture of ceramic working, the foundational element of the process, is reinterpreted as the original matrix of contemporary production technologies, up to 3D printing. The work, presented at Fuori Salone 2025 at Slow Mill, represented Albania in one of the most relevant contexts of international design, transforming craft practice into shared design and cultural language. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Algeria<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nGandoura Annabiy – Algerian craftsman from Annab – 20th-20th century<\/p>\n
The annabiya gandoura is a traditional dress originating in Annaba, east of Algeria. It is distinguished by flowing fabrics and “majboud” embroidery, made with embossed gold threads. It reflects Berber, Arab and Ottoman influences. Worn at weddings and celebrations, it represents elegance, femininity and the value of traditional craftsmanship passed down through time. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Argentina<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nPoncho – <\/span>Argentine handicrafts – 20th century<\/span><\/p>\nThe iconic Argentine gaucho poncho has pre-Hispanic roots. Made of wool with a central opening, it combines protection and identity in a timeless handcrafted design. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Bolivia<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThe essence of the roots – Giovanni Manzoni Piazzalunga – 2025<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nThe painting captures a sacred moment: a Guarani mother holds her child close, merging in an embrace that smells of earth and history. The decisive features of the woman’s face tell of the resilience of a people, while the baby’s amber skin glows in the warm light of South America. The brightly colored robes and traditional decorations are not mere ornaments, but symbols of a proud identity. It is a universal yet deeply indigenous motherhood, where every brushstroke vibrates with an ancestral love that connects the past to the present, celebrating the purest origin. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Brazil<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nJuruna Necklace – Indigenous Crafts – 21st Century<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nThe Juruna (Yudj\u00e1), inhabitants of Mato Grosso and Par\u00e1 along the Xingu River, live in symbiosis with the rainforest. Tup\u00ed-speaking fishermen and farmers, they link their spirituality to the river systems. For them, the necklace is not just an ornament, but a narrative of the warrior’s life: each element symbolizes titles, skills, and learned knowledge. Through rituals of hunting, fishing and healing, the youth complete an education that ensures maturity and social recognition, making each necklace a true identity chronicle of their growth in the community. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Bulgaria<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nG\u00fcve\u00e7 – Bulgarian handicrafts – 20th century<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nThe Giuvedj (or Gyuvech) is the iconic earthenware casserole of Bulgarian cuisine. Heir to the wisdom of the Thracians, it exploits the properties of clay for slow, even cooking. Thanks to its porosity, the dish “breathes,” retaining moisture and intensifying flavors without burning the food. In the past it was used directly over coals; today it remains the secret for juicy meats and tender vegetables. It is not just a utensil, but a true convivial ritual: the symbol of an age-old tradition that still brings the family together around rich, fragrant dishes. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>China<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nauspicious knot – Traditional Chinese product – 21st century<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nAn age-old symbol of harmony, the Chinese square knot represents endless union and longevity. In this decorative work, the weave structure enshrines the figure of the carp, a creature that, according to legend, ascends the currents to transform into a dragon. Through a refined play of homophony (in Chinese “fish” and “abundance” share the same y\u00fa sound), the object becomes a powerful talisman of prosperity. An artifact that transforms the red string into a visual language of hope and good wishes for the new year. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Colombia<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nCoffee preparation – Colombian handicrafts – 20th century<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nThis scene evokes the heart of Colombian homes, where coffee is not just a drink, but a domestic ritual. The method depicted uses a cloth strainer suspended on a wooden stand: hot water slowly runs through the ground powder, filtering the essence directly into the cup. This artisanal technique, handed down from grandmothers, filled kitchens with an unmistakable fragrance, celebrating a rituality of waiting and care. A daily gesture that still represents the unbreakable bond between land, family and tradition. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/span><\/p>\nSombrero – Colombian handicrafts – 20th century<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nThe Sombrero Vueltiao is one of the greatest symbols of Colombia and its cultural heritage. This masterpiece of craftsmanship is woven entirely by hand by the indigenous Zen\u00fa people using “ca\u00f1a flecha,” a natural fiber worked with ancestral techniques. The hat is made unique by the typical black and white geometric patterns, representing elements of nature and indigenous cosmogony. Flexible, lightweight, and extraordinarily refined, the Sombrero Vueltiao is not just an accessory, but an emblem of technical wisdom and cultural endurance. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/span><\/p>\nPoncho – Colombian handicraft – 20th century<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nThe Colombian poncho is a mainstay of traditional clothing, created to cope with the harsh climate of the Andean region. Handmade from thick and durable wool fibers, this garment is not only a protection against wind and frost, but an authentic banner of rural identity. Each region declines colors and decorative patterns in unique ways, transforming the poncho into a visual language that expresses belonging and popular pride. An artifact that enshrines centuries of craftsmanship, combining functionality and deep cultural value. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Cuba<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nLa marcha de la bandera – Kasay Herrera Calle – 2021<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nIn La marcha de la bandera, Kasay Herrera Calle depicts a group of children crossing the city with Cuban flags. The scene interweaves childhood, civic tradition and community dimension, transforming an everyday gesture into a symbol of generational continuity and cultural belonging. Urban architecture dialogues with the movement of the procession, guarding memory and collective presence. Made with the taco perdido linocut technique, each print is unique and unrepeatable, animated by intense colors and incisive marks. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Ecuador<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nPoncho – Ecuadorian handicraft – 20th century<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nThis embroidered poncho is not just a garment, but a narrative of Kitu Karanqui cosmology. At the center of the decoration pulses the life cycle that harmonizes society, spirit and politics, reflecting the power of the “Direct Sun.” In fact, the term KI TU (Quito) indicates the exact point where at noon the shadow disappears, revealing a purest zenithal light. To wear this garment is to honor the legacy of the “children of the straight sun,” custodians of an astronomical knowledge that transforms natural phenomenon into a sacred aesthetic, capable of uniting man with the balance of the universe. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nQuiet – Rosa Arias – 2026<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nIt represents stages of daily life, carried in muted colors, to take advantage of moments of serenity, rest, quiet.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/span><\/div>What makes a house, a Home?<\/span> Since 2016, The World at Home project has crossed borders and broken down walls, welcoming fragments of life from 39 different nations. This exhibition is not just a collection of objects, but <\/span>A map of shared humanity.<\/span><\/p>\n “Common Worlds”<\/span> invites us to look beyond exoticism, to find in a rug, a mask or a simple wooden glass, the reflection of our own desires: <\/span>belonging, beauty and the warmth of an encounter.<\/span><\/p>\n Welcome to this House as big as the world.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> Khamak embroidery – Afghan craftswomen – 2020<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Hazara motifs are among the oldest artistic elements of Afghan folklore. They are a distinctive artistic identity of the Hazara people. This art draws inspiration from nature as well as political and religious beliefs. Numerous rock carvings and the Kaveh banner testify to these ancient origins. Khamak embroidery is a vivid expression of Hazara motifs in clothing and furnishings. Today, this craft has entered international fashion. Designers have created modern patterns based on a delicate art that is entirely hand-stitched. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> Dying of Laughter – Marin Nikolla & Denis Mu\u00e7a (Artist) and <\/span>Vasil Kuka (Craftsman) – 2025<\/span><\/p>\n The terracotta vessels conceived by Marin Nikolla and made by artisan Vasil Kuka are configured as symbolic devices that relate contemporary design and traditional knowledge. The rotary gesture of ceramic working, the foundational element of the process, is reinterpreted as the original matrix of contemporary production technologies, up to 3D printing. The work, presented at Fuori Salone 2025 at Slow Mill, represented Albania in one of the most relevant contexts of international design, transforming craft practice into shared design and cultural language. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> Gandoura Annabiy – Algerian craftsman from Annab – 20th-20th century<\/p>\n The annabiya gandoura is a traditional dress originating in Annaba, east of Algeria. It is distinguished by flowing fabrics and “majboud” embroidery, made with embossed gold threads. It reflects Berber, Arab and Ottoman influences. Worn at weddings and celebrations, it represents elegance, femininity and the value of traditional craftsmanship passed down through time. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> Poncho – <\/span>Argentine handicrafts – 20th century<\/span><\/p>\n The iconic Argentine gaucho poncho has pre-Hispanic roots. Made of wool with a central opening, it combines protection and identity in a timeless handcrafted design. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> The essence of the roots – Giovanni Manzoni Piazzalunga – 2025<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n The painting captures a sacred moment: a Guarani mother holds her child close, merging in an embrace that smells of earth and history. The decisive features of the woman’s face tell of the resilience of a people, while the baby’s amber skin glows in the warm light of South America. The brightly colored robes and traditional decorations are not mere ornaments, but symbols of a proud identity. It is a universal yet deeply indigenous motherhood, where every brushstroke vibrates with an ancestral love that connects the past to the present, celebrating the purest origin. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> Juruna Necklace – Indigenous Crafts – 21st Century<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n The Juruna (Yudj\u00e1), inhabitants of Mato Grosso and Par\u00e1 along the Xingu River, live in symbiosis with the rainforest. Tup\u00ed-speaking fishermen and farmers, they link their spirituality to the river systems. For them, the necklace is not just an ornament, but a narrative of the warrior’s life: each element symbolizes titles, skills, and learned knowledge. Through rituals of hunting, fishing and healing, the youth complete an education that ensures maturity and social recognition, making each necklace a true identity chronicle of their growth in the community. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> G\u00fcve\u00e7 – Bulgarian handicrafts – 20th century<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n The Giuvedj (or Gyuvech) is the iconic earthenware casserole of Bulgarian cuisine. Heir to the wisdom of the Thracians, it exploits the properties of clay for slow, even cooking. Thanks to its porosity, the dish “breathes,” retaining moisture and intensifying flavors without burning the food. In the past it was used directly over coals; today it remains the secret for juicy meats and tender vegetables. It is not just a utensil, but a true convivial ritual: the symbol of an age-old tradition that still brings the family together around rich, fragrant dishes. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> auspicious knot – Traditional Chinese product – 21st century<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n An age-old symbol of harmony, the Chinese square knot represents endless union and longevity. In this decorative work, the weave structure enshrines the figure of the carp, a creature that, according to legend, ascends the currents to transform into a dragon. Through a refined play of homophony (in Chinese “fish” and “abundance” share the same y\u00fa sound), the object becomes a powerful talisman of prosperity. An artifact that transforms the red string into a visual language of hope and good wishes for the new year. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> Coffee preparation – Colombian handicrafts – 20th century<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n This scene evokes the heart of Colombian homes, where coffee is not just a drink, but a domestic ritual. The method depicted uses a cloth strainer suspended on a wooden stand: hot water slowly runs through the ground powder, filtering the essence directly into the cup. This artisanal technique, handed down from grandmothers, filled kitchens with an unmistakable fragrance, celebrating a rituality of waiting and care. A daily gesture that still represents the unbreakable bond between land, family and tradition. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Sombrero – Colombian handicrafts – 20th century<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n The Sombrero Vueltiao is one of the greatest symbols of Colombia and its cultural heritage. This masterpiece of craftsmanship is woven entirely by hand by the indigenous Zen\u00fa people using “ca\u00f1a flecha,” a natural fiber worked with ancestral techniques. The hat is made unique by the typical black and white geometric patterns, representing elements of nature and indigenous cosmogony. Flexible, lightweight, and extraordinarily refined, the Sombrero Vueltiao is not just an accessory, but an emblem of technical wisdom and cultural endurance. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Poncho – Colombian handicraft – 20th century<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n The Colombian poncho is a mainstay of traditional clothing, created to cope with the harsh climate of the Andean region. Handmade from thick and durable wool fibers, this garment is not only a protection against wind and frost, but an authentic banner of rural identity. Each region declines colors and decorative patterns in unique ways, transforming the poncho into a visual language that expresses belonging and popular pride. An artifact that enshrines centuries of craftsmanship, combining functionality and deep cultural value. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div> La marcha de la bandera – Kasay Herrera Calle – 2021<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n In La marcha de la bandera, Kasay Herrera Calle depicts a group of children crossing the city with Cuban flags. The scene interweaves childhood, civic tradition and community dimension, transforming an everyday gesture into a symbol of generational continuity and cultural belonging. Urban architecture dialogues with the movement of the procession, guarding memory and collective presence. Made with the taco perdido linocut technique, each print is unique and unrepeatable, animated by intense colors and incisive marks. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> Poncho – Ecuadorian handicraft – 20th century<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n This embroidered poncho is not just a garment, but a narrative of Kitu Karanqui cosmology. At the center of the decoration pulses the life cycle that harmonizes society, spirit and politics, reflecting the power of the “Direct Sun.” In fact, the term KI TU (Quito) indicates the exact point where at noon the shadow disappears, revealing a purest zenithal light. To wear this garment is to honor the legacy of the “children of the straight sun,” custodians of an astronomical knowledge that transforms natural phenomenon into a sacred aesthetic, capable of uniting man with the balance of the universe. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Quiet – Rosa Arias – 2026<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n It represents stages of daily life, carried in muted colors, to take advantage of moments of serenity, rest, quiet.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Afghanistan<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Albania<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Algeria<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Argentina<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Bolivia<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Brazil<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Bulgaria<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>China<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Colombia<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Cuba<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>Ecuador<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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