Discovering the Chiossone Museum in Genoa: a journey into oriental art that will surprise you!

Wednesday January 22nd, 2025 , Museums

If I told you that in the heart of Genoa there is a corner of Japan, would you believe it?
A few years ago, curious as ever, I visited the Chiossone Museum and I must admit: I had no idea what to expect.

Well, it was love at first sight!

This museum is a little hidden gem, full of wonders that tell the story of oriental art and culture in a way that enraptures you and leaves you breathless.

Today I want to tell you why you should immediately put it on your list of places to visit, even if you think oriental art is not for you. Trust me, you will change your mind!

THE CHIOSSONE MUSEUM IN GENOA AND ORIENTAL ART WHERE YOU DON’T EXPECT IT

Luigi Pampaloni: Master of Sculpture between Elegance and Natural Beauty

Monday January 20th, 2025 , Artists and Works

Luigi Pampaloni Venere al bagno dettaglio

One of the lesser-known names in art history but extraordinarily significant in the Italian art scene of the 19th century, Luigi Pampaloni stands out for his ability to capture the soul of natural beauty through marble. Born in Florence in 1791, Pampaloni left an indelible mark on the world of sculpture with his unique talent for combining solemnity and grace. His ‘Venus at her Bath’ is a masterpiece that still invites us to reflect on the evocative power of art and the link between tradition and innovation. Let us discover together the story of this extraordinary artist.

LUIGI PAMPALONI: THE MAN AND THE ARTIST

Palaeolithic art: a journey to the origins of human creativity

Thursday January 16th, 2025 , Schools & Periods

Grotte di Altamira

Palaeolithic art, the first chapter of human creativity: from cave paintings to engravings, a journey into the essence of art and primitive life.

When we think of art, we imagine famous paintings like the Lady with an Ermine or monumental sculptures like the Nike of Samothrace. However, the first traces of human creativity date back thousands of years and are engraved on cave walls or modelled in stone. Palaeolithic art is not just an expression of human creativity, but a powerful narrative of the life, emotions and mystery that surrounded our ancestors.

In this post I want to explore the wonders of an era that, with just a few lines and symbols, laid the foundations of our visual and cultural language. Get ready for a journey through time to discover how it all began!

DISCOVERING PALAEOLITHIC ART

The hidden secrets of cities of art: legends, mysteries and forgotten stories

Tuesday January 14th, 2025 , Cities of Art

Ca’ Dario dipinto da Claude Monet

Explore the hidden secrets of cities of art: from mysterious legends to forgotten stories, discover an unseen side of Venice, Florence, Rome and other Italian cities.

The cities of art we love to visit hide much more than what appears on the surface.
Behind the façades of cathedrals, in the streets less travelled by tourists or even within the walls of the most famous monuments, lie forgotten stories, mysterious legends and unexpected secrets. Discovering these stories is not just about exploring the past, but getting in touch with the deepest soul of cities.
Fancy discovering what lies beyond the beauty?

THE HIDDEN SECRETS OF CITIES OF ART

Reopening of the 19th-century wing of the Gypsotheca Canova Museum: a Neoclassical Treasure

Wednesday January 8th, 2025 , Museums

Museo Gypsotheca Antonio Canova, Casa natale, 2010, Possagno (TV), ph Lino Zanesco

Have you ever wanted to fully immerse yourself in the art of Antonio Canova, the undisputed master of Neoclassicism? As of 1 December 2024, the Museo Gypsotheca Antonio Canova in Possagno (TV) has returned to new splendour, offering visitors a unique experience. After seven years of restoration and seismic improvement work, the 19th-century wing has finally reopened to the public, restoring Possagno to its role as custodian of an unparalleled artistic heritage.

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