Chieri has also known two world wars, fascism and the Resistance. In spite of these events, it seems to have survived in a “situation of superficial tranquility”.
Some textile factories were significantly extended at the beginning of the century: Gallina, (in the first years of the century); Caselli, (between 1934 and 1950) and Tabasso (between 1955 and 1960). Others, of significant artistic value, have been abandoned or converted into residential buildings: Chiara, Fasano, Vergnano, Vastapane, Tosco, Piovano, Sapino, Vittone. During the twenties, the school complex in Piazza Pellico and the Public Baths in Balbo Street, both in neo-classical/fascist style, were built. In the context of modern painting, Chieri became a “privileged artistic coterie” thanks to the works of Luigi Roccati (an apprentice of Felice Casorati and of Father Angelico Pistarino) and of other talented artists such as Burruni, Demo Ferrero, Fonio, Patrito, Volpato. In the last thirty years of the century, the painting award “La Navetta d’oro” (1965-1972), organized by the Pro Chieri committee and the “Biennale of Fiber Art” (first edition 1998) were organized by the Municipality of Chieri. The role of the Gallery “Il Quadrato” for the promotion of engraving, should also be mentioned.