In Madrid the new museum of the Royal Collections Galleries

Wednesday July 19th, 2023 , Cities of Art, Museums

Madrid’s new museum, the Gallery of Royal Collections, will be officially inaugurated, in the presence of King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia, on 25 July 2023, although it actually already opened its doors earlier this month.

The Gallery project, which began in 1998, brings together part of the immense heritage accumulated over the centuries by the sovereigns of Spain. It is a new museum housing 650 of the 170,000 works of art including tapestries, sculptures, armour, paintings, ceramics and carriages, a fountain and monumental columns. Now they finally become available for public viewing.

The Museum of the Royal Collections Galleries opens in Madrid

The Salone dei Cinquecento: a journey through the art of Florence

Tuesday July 18th, 2023 , Cities of Art, Museums

Welcome to the wonderful world of the Salone dei Cinquecento!
If you love art and wish to immerse yourself in the history of Florence, you have come to the right place. In this post, we will explore the origins of this magnificent hall and its incredible frescoes. We will also uncover the mysteries surrounding the unfinished works of two of the greatest geniuses of the Renaissance: Michelangelo Buonarroti and Leonardo da Vinci.
Get ready for an unforgettable journey into the heart of Tuscan art!

The Salone dei Cinquecento: a journey through the art of Florence

The Tadini Academy Gallery: an artistic treasure between past and present

Saturday July 15th, 2023 , Cities of Art, Museums

Are you familiar with the Tadini Academy Gallery, an artistic jewel located in the heart of Bergamo? I was unaware of its existence until recently when, while on my usual search for little-known museums, I discovered this artistic treasure.

In this post, I take you with me on a fascinating journey through the centuries, exploring the works of art collected with passion by Count Luigi Tadini and proudly presented to the public. This unique exhibition space, originally built to celebrate the beauty and elegance of 18th and 19th century artworks, has continued to evolve over time, embracing modern and contemporary art as well. Sit comfortably and immerse yourself in the fascinating atmosphere of this extraordinary gallery.

The Tadini Academy Gallery: an artistic treasure between past and present

At the Doge’s Palace in Venice the Doge’s Apartment shines again

Friday July 14th, 2023 , Cities of Art, Museums

Venice never ceases to amaze and now it is finally possible to visit the Doge’s Apartment, a place steeped in history that is once again part of the exhibition itinerary of the Doge’s Palace in Venice. This new opportunity to get to know Venice, its history and its protagonists is the result of a new layout, created with the aim of telling the thousand-year story of one of the most solid and long-lived figures in the institution of Venice: the Doge.

At the Doge’s Palace in Venice, the Doge’s Apartment is once again part of the exhibition itinerary

Pirelli HangarBicocca: a free museum in Milan

Thursday June 22nd, 2023 , Cities of Art, Museums

Pirelli HangarBicocca was founded in 2004 as a non-profit foundation for the promotion of contemporary art in the city of Milan.
Over the years it has become one of the most important centres nationwide dedicated to this type of art, so much so that it is considered a real museum.
Access to the permanent collection and temporary exhibitions is always free of charge. In addition, a series of cultural mediators facilitate the dialogue between the public and art in the various rooms.