the soul of lakkart

SIMONE LETO

Simone is the founder and curator of LAKKART.

Since he was a boy, he has cultivated a deep curiosity for art and antiques, developing a keen eye for authenticity and the value of time in materials.

His encounter with Russian lacquer miniatures marked a moment of profound affinity. In those minute surfaces, he recognized a rare intensity: works capable of embodying, beyond technical discipline, a profound symbolic density and an aesthetic harmony capable of engaging the viewer in an intimate and direct way.

Before being a curator, he is a collector: each work is part of his gallery by a precise harmony of gaze, never by chance.

I believe a work of art should speak to the heart before it speaks to the eyes: that's why I personally select each piece, choosing only what tells a story that leaves a lasting impression. For me, beauty isn't perfection, but truth: that fragile moment when a work of art can speak to us about ourselves, without saying a word.


Simone Leto