Intesa Sanpaolo: The Cortonantiquaria Arte Award at Gallerie d'Italia
The 2026 Cortonantiquaria Arte Award goes to Intesa Sanpaolo's Gallerie d'Italia for its commitment to promoting art, culture and local areas.
Grande Brera, a new season of memory and contemporaneity: the 2026-2027 exhibition program
A long, complex season, designed to showcase Brera as a single, large cultural entity. This is the essence of the new Grande Brera 2026-2027 exhibition program, presented in Milan and intended to accompany the public from autumn 2026 to…
BiASA, September 7th, the last day at Palazzo Venezia: the library moves home.
Starting today, September 7th, the Library of Archaeology and Art History (BiASA) is closing its historic Palazzo Venezia headquarters to the public. The Italian State Property Agency (Agenzia del Demanio) has ordered the closure to allow for the preparatory work for the move to its new headquarters…
Intesa Sanpaolo's Gallerie d'Italia: an autumn of major exhibitions. The calendar encompasses art, history, and contemporary art.
Eight new exhibition projects in Milan, Naples, Turin, Vicenza, and Arezzo. In the first half of 2026, over 434 visitors were attracted to the four Gallerie d'Italia locations, a 4% increase compared to the same period in 2025.
Farewell to Yayoi Kusama, the visionary who transformed her obsession into art and became a Louis Vuitton icon.
Yes. Yayoi Kusama has died at the age of 97. The news was announced today, August 27, 2026, by the Yayoi Kusama Museum/Foundation. The artist died on August 14, 2026, in a Tokyo hospital.
Farewell to Fabrizio Plessi, the artist who transformed technology into matter
A long career encompassing water, fire, memory, and electronic images. From Venice to the world, the research of an artist who understood before many others that the future of art would also lie in technology.
Autumn in art: a season that must return to focusing on quality. From BIAF to all the upcoming fairs.
Between quality, collecting and new cultural geographies, autumn 2026 opens a season with the hope of a renewed confidence in the international art market
Piacenza ignites the senses: "In the Shadow, Light, Sound, Nature" opens on September 19th.
Starting September 19th, Piacenza hosts "In the Shadow, Light, Sound, Nature," an immersive exhibition that intertwines contemporary art, landscape, and sensory perception. A journey in which light, sound, and nature interact to transform shadow into experience and knowledge.
The Riace Bronzes re-emerged from the waters of the Mediterranean on August 16, 1972 and became the universal symbol of Magna Graecia.
August 16, 1972. In the waters of Riace Marina, the Mediterranean yielded two of the greatest masterpieces of Greek sculpture: the Riace Bronzes. More than fifty years after their discovery, these two warriors continue to tell the story of the extraordinary legacy of Magna Graecia.
From Hopper to our time: when presence gave way to representation
There was a time when meeting meant truly being there. Today we are always connected, but often further apart. Between La Dolce Vita and Hopper's solitude, a portrait of an era that replaced presence with representation.
Whose works belong to these? At the Musée d'Orsay. A museum that becomes a conscience of memory.
There are exhibitions that showcase masterpieces and exhibitions that question the conscience. The new room at the Musée d'Orsay dedicated to works stolen by the Nazis tells a story of art, memory, and justice, reminding us that behind every painting there can be…
Herculaneum. The Art of Living: When Everyday Life Becomes Universal Heritage
The exhibition "Herculaneum. The Art of Living" is open from July 22 to October 18, 2026, in the monumental rooms of Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome. The exhibition features extraordinary artifacts from the deposits of the Herculaneum Archaeological Park, many of which have rarely been exhibited…
Vermeer at Palazzo Barberini. The poetry of light in Woman in Blue Reading a Letter
From July 8 to October 11, 2026, Palazzo Barberini hosts one of the most significant exhibitions of the year: A Vermeer at Palazzo Barberini. Woman in Blue Reading a Letter, an extraordinary loan from the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam that allows the Italian public to admire…
Elliott Erwitt, the master of irony and visual poetry, on display in Bologna from October
Elliott Erwitt. The Art of Observing, scheduled at the Museo Civico Archeologico in Bologna from October 1, 2026, to February 28, 2027, undoubtedly belongs to the second category. It's not simply a retrospective dedicated to one of the greatest photographers of…
Contemporary African art: a new perspective conquering international collecting
Over the past twenty years, contemporary African art has gone from being a marginal presence at major international fairs to one of the most exciting phenomena on the global market. This is neither a passing fad nor a simple geographical rediscovery. The growing…
Caravaggio and the relevance of a timeless masterpiece: Narcissus and the reflection that becomes a prison
This summer, we'll tackle, one work at a time, some of the greatest masterpieces in the history of art. It won't be a simple journey through famous paintings, but a journey through ideas, symbols, and questions that, even today, continue to speak to our time. Because…
The Trojan Horse: The Threshold Between Myth and Consciousness in Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey"
It's no coincidence that Christopher Nolan chose to open The Odyssey with the image of the Trojan Horse. Although it only marginally belongs to Homer's Odyssey and finds its development primarily in the later epic tradition, this episode becomes the ideal prologue...
Princess Vix's Jewel Stolen: 2.500 Years of History Robbed from the World
The Musée du Pays Châtillonnais – Trésor de Vix, custodian of one of the most important archaeological heritages in Europe, was hit on 24 July 2026 by a theft that deeply shook the world of culture
Pontormo, the restless genius who changed the face of the Renaissance. From October at the Scuderie del Quirinale
From 9 October 2026 to 7 February 2027, the Scuderie del Quirinale will host the first major monographic exhibition ever dedicated to Jacopo Carucci, known as Pontormo (1494-1557), one of the most extraordinary and innovative protagonists of sixteenth-century Italian painting.
Banca Ifis launches Valore Venezia: subsidized credit for Veneto SMEs active in the beauty economy.
A dedicated credit line has been established for the medium- to long-term development of Veneto SMEs. The maximum term is eight years and the grace period is 24 months. Banca Ifis will also provide a contribution for the recovery or restoration of works of art.
Art and journalism: press releases are no longer enough: it's time to build awareness.
In communications, the press release isn't dead, but it's no longer sufficient. In an age where news can multiply in a matter of seconds, the real challenge isn't circulating information, but giving it meaning.
Cinema: Venice International Film Festival 2026
From 2 to 12 September 2026, the Venice Lido will host the 83rd Venice International Film Festival of the Venice Biennale, the oldest and most prestigious film festival in the world.
Credibility as the foundation of economic growth in collectible investments
In collectors' markets, value is first and foremost a matter of trust: when trust grows, so does the economic value of assets; when trust wanes, even the most prestigious investments can quickly lose their appeal. This is…
Beauty and Ugliness: At the Gallerie d'Italia, the Renaissance rediscovers the allure of imperfection.
"Beauty and Ugliness: Ideal, Real, and Caricature in the Renaissance," the new major exhibition hosted at Intesa Sanpaolo's Gallerie d'Italia in Milan from July 10 to October 18, 2026, is an exhibition project that eschews facile spectacularization to restore complexity to…
Christie's: A Summer of Free Exhibitions in Paris and Arles
This summer, Christie's will present four exhibitions in Paris and Arles: here's which ones and when
"What You've Seen, You've Seen." Goffredo Parise and the Artists Talk with Elisa Attanasio
On the occasion of the exhibition dedicated to Giosetta Fioroni, ACP – Palazzo Franchetti hosts a meeting with Professor Elisa Attanasio dedicated to the relationship between Goffredo Parise and artists. A journey through literature, art, and perception to discover how…
Art and Climate: The Face of Nature in European Painting
The relationship between climate and art has often been interpreted as a simple reflection of the landscape. Recent interdisciplinary research demonstrates, however, that climate variations can profoundly alter the collective imagination, influencing artists' sensibilities, iconographic themes, and so on.
Art behind the scenes of social media
In the age of social media and the attention economy, art is called upon to generate meaning in a world increasingly dominated by images, algorithms and permanent communication.
Asset allocation, the transformation of luxury, and the centrality of the human experience in hospitality: a critical analysis
In recent years, financial markets have witnessed a continuous shift of capital between different asset classes, while the luxury sector is undergoing a profound transformation, moving from a logic based primarily on the ownership of material goods to a…
Venice's Natural History Museum hosts an exhibition that explores the hidden world of tides.
A familiar environment, yet still little understood in its complexity. The exhibition "In and Out of the Water," inaugurated at the Giancarlo Ligabue Natural History Museum, is dedicated to the delicate tidal ecosystem of the Upper Adriatic and the Venice Lagoon.
Anselm Kiefer in Milan: a journey through history, memory, and transformation.
Among the most important artistic events of 2026, the major exhibition that Palazzo Reale is dedicating to Anselm Kiefer, one of the most influential artists on the international contemporary scene, undoubtedly stands out, until 27 September 2026.
Picasso as a Politician: Art, Memory, and Solidarity in an Exhibition at the Museo del Novecento in Milan
From June 3rd to September 27th, the Museo del Novecento in Milan will host the exhibition: "The First Picasso in Milan"
The Venice Fuori Biennale: events and locations of widespread art
During the Biennale, Venice is transformed into a large open-air artistic laboratory, where historic buildings, foundations, deconsecrated churches, industrial spaces and courtyards become places of experimentation and cultural exchange.
Archivissima with Generali: Trieste between past, future, and virtual reality
On the occasion of Archivissima 2025, the Generali Historical Archives offers an immersive experience that brings the Trieste of its origins back to life through virtual reality.
At Milan's MUDEC, a major exhibition on snow encompasses art, science, and world cultures: from the Arctic to Tierra del Fuego.
A fascinating journey through art, anthropology, science, and current events to explore one of the most iconic and fragile elements of our planet. This is the heart of the new MUDEC exhibition, which, through over 150 works and artifacts from museums...
June 2: The Republic as a collective work of art
Republic Day is not just a historical anniversary: through symbols, images, monuments and shared memory, it becomes an artistic representation of the Italian identity, born from freedom, democracy and popular participation.
Stock Market and Art: A Complex Relationship Between Finance, Creativity, and Technological Innovation
Between investments, creativity, and technological innovation, the financial and art markets share value dynamics based on expectations, trust, and the ability to imagine the future. A continuous dialogue between economics and culture shapes contemporary society.
Wallace Collection at War: When Art Became a Tool of Diplomacy
This extraordinary page of history will be the focus of the free exhibition The Wallace Collection at War, on view until October 25, 2026, reconstructing the museum's unexpected role during the Second World War through archival documents, photographs, catalogues and…
Paris celebrates Alexander Calder: the Fondation Louis Vuitton hosts the largest retrospective in recent years.
With nearly 300 works on display, the project is a collaboration with the Calder Foundation and brings together loans from major international museums and private collections. Celebrated mobiles, stabiles, drawings, paintings, and more will interact with the spaces designed by Frank Gehry.
Arnaldo Pomodoro: Milan celebrates the Maestro on the centenary of his birth.
From May 29 to October 18, 2026, the Intesa Sanpaolo museum spaces in Piazza Scala will host Arnaldo Pomodoro. A Life. Major Works from the Intesa Sanpaolo and Arnaldo Pomodoro Foundation Collections.
Ferraris, suites, and low wages: the role of luxury in the new social divide of an "hourglass market."
There's an image that captures the Western world's present: on one side, packed discount stores, on the other, luxury cars driving by, high-end boutiques still selling ten-thousand-euro handbags, exclusive suites, and experiential travel. In between, ever fewer...
Venice mirrors global tourism in Hernan Bas's new exhibition
Featuring over thirty new paintings created within an immersive installation specifically designed for the museum, Hernan Bas (Miami, 1978) presents The Visitors at Ca' Pesaro, open until August 30, 2026 at the Galleria Internazionale d'Arte Moderna, in the Sale Dom Pérignon,…
Venice: There's more to the Biennale than just the exhibitions. The ICR is currently restoring the church of San Zaccaria.
Unesco, Save Venice and the countless committees that sprung up like mushrooms, especially after the terrible flood of '66, have mobilised a huge amount of private funding.
Orticola 2026: Milan transforms into a sprawling garden of culture, nature, and new green languages.
The 2026 edition of Orticola concluded with great success, confirming its position as a benchmark for greenery and horticulture. The event highlighted a new way of experiencing nature, one that is more aware and attentive to sustainability and...
Art Biennale: More "major chaos" than "minor keys," Buttafuoco defends the reopening of the Russian pavilion.
The 61st Pietrangelo Buttafuoco Art Biennale opens its doors today for the "vernissage" and to the public on Saturday
Venetian Villas Re-Thinking 2026: Ambrosetti's study on the economic and strategic valorization of Veneto's heritage.
The initiative, promoted by the Venetian Villas Association (APS) with the scientific support of The European House Ambrosetti, is part of a broader research and development project called "Venetian Villas Re-Thinking," whose goal is to transform the widespread heritage of Venetian villas...
May Day in Art: History, Iconography, and Representations of Work
In modern and contemporary art, work is no longer just a marginal or decorative presence, but an autonomous subject capable of expressing ideologies, historical tensions and economic transformations.
The Venice Biennale is an example of cultural contamination and overcoming barriers in the global art system.
The contemporary art system is undergoing a profound transformation, moving from a structure based on separate national states to an increasingly interconnected and transnational ecosystem.
Venice Biennale 2026: International Jury for the 61st Exhibition "In Minor Keys" announced
The 61st International Art Exhibition of the Venice Biennale prepares for the 2026 edition with the announcement of the International Jury, called to evaluate the National Participations and projects for the exhibition In Minor Keys. A selection of prominent curatorial and academic figures…
The 2026 Venice Biennale and the art market: beyond visibility, the true logic of legitimacy
The 2026 Venice Art Biennale (May 9 - November 22, 2026) should be read less as an event and more as a thermometer of the contemporary art system
Károly Ferenczy: The Master of Hungarian Modernity Between Nature and Spirituality at the Petit Palais
Károly Ferenczy (1862–1917), celebrated in his native Hungary but less well-known in France, is a central figure of Central European modernity. His profoundly original artistic production places him among the great painters of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.
Photography, a rapidly growing market: global auctions up 19% and increasing space for contemporary art.
Driving the sector is the interest of new collectors and a growing integration of photography into the contemporary art market
Italy, an Easter weekend among villages, art, and landscapes: a region-by-region journey.
Italy is a kaleidoscope of beauty, culture, and traditions. Each region is a world unto itself, where history, art, and nature intertwine in unique ways. An Easter weekend is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in this richness, experience the…
The Cultural and Heritage Market: Identity, Investment, and the Rise of Quiet Luxury
Quiet luxury, or discreet luxury, is a trend appreciated especially by the new generations, which favours quality, sobriety and fine materials rather than the ostentation of logos and pomp.
Theft at the Magnani-Rocca Foundation: Three Impressionist Masterpieces Stolen
Three highly valuable Impressionist works—Renoir, Matisse, and Cézanne—were stolen from the Magnani-Rocca Foundation in Mamiano di Traversetolo during the night between March 22 and 23, 2026. The Carabinieri Cultural Heritage Protection Unit is investigating…
Cristopher Canizares leaves Hauser & Wirth to found Artist Legacy Bureau: a new vision for artist management
Cristopher Canizares is an important manager and consultant in the contemporary art world, known above all for his long career in the prestigious international gallery Hauser & Wirth, one of the most influential realities in the global art market.
The Veil-Picard Collection's Chefs-d'œuvres triumph, selling for €9.433.135 at Christie's Paris.
An extraordinary collection of thirty 18th-century paintings and drawings has given rise to the Chefs-d'œuvre de la collection Veil-Picard sale, eagerly anticipated by the art world for decades. Three pre-emptions, including one from the Louvre and two from the Musée…
Theater, Dance, and Music Biennial. The conflict with Minister Giuli remains unresolved, but Buttafuoco is moving forward.
"Art," says Buttafuoco, "is not decoration but a preview of what is to come." - The programs of the three Festivals from June 7th to October 24th
The National Gallery takes Pierre Mignard's masterpiece on tour: art and community take centre stage in the UK
The National Gallery is organizing the Masterpiece Tour 2025–2027, bringing Pierre Mignard's painting La Marquise de Seignelay to various museums across the UK. The work, rich in mythological and maritime symbols, will be promoted through the involvement of local communities. The…
Generali brings social art to Venice: Marinella Senatore with "We Rise by Lifting Others" at the Procuratie
In Venice, the exhibition “We Rise by Lifting Others” by Marinella Senatore, promoted by Generali with The Human Safety Net: participatory art, social inclusion and stories of families as protagonists
Rothko Exhibition in Florence: Palazzo Strozzi Explores That Strange Relationship Between Renaissance and Abstract Art
From March 14 to August 23, 2026, the exhibition at Palazzo Strozzi in Florence brings together over 70 works by Rothko, many of which have never been exhibited in Italy.
The director of the Louvre Museum resigns: the end of an era of controversy and crisis.
The president and director of the Musée du Louvre, Laurence des Cars, submitted her resignation on February 24, 2026, after more than four years at the helm of the world's most famous museum. The announcement, accepted by French President Emmanuel Macron, marks…
Venice Art Biennale 2026: A Debate on Participating Countries: Venice Focuses on Cultural Dialogue
The 61st International Art Exhibition - In Minor Keys by Koyo Kouoh - organized by La Biennale di Venezia, will be accompanied by 99 National Participations and 31 Collateral Events
Farewell to Umberto Allemandi, pioneer of art reporting and founder of Turin's "Il Giornale dell'Arte."
Umberto Allemandi, founder and longtime editor of "Il Giornale dell'Arte" and the Allemandi publishing house, passed away yesterday, March 9th. He was born on March 9th, 1938, in Turin. The coincidence of his death on his birthday makes it even more…
Wars and their impact on the international art market
The art market is, by its very nature, an ecosystem strongly influenced by global dynamics: capital flows, perceptions of risk, cultural shifts, and international mobility. In a context of war or widespread geopolitical tension, these dynamics can undergo significant upheavals,…
Foundation Louis Vuitton presents half a century of art by Alexander Calder
From April 15 to August 16, 2026, the Fondation Louis Vuitton will celebrate the centenary of Alexander Calder's (1898-1976) arrival in France in 1926 and the fiftieth anniversary of his death with a retrospective exploring all the facets of his…
Art, culture, and sustainability: Banca Generali measures the value of corporate cultural assets.
The initiative is by the University of Pavia in partnership with Deloitte Private, Arte Generali and Banca Generali, to integrate artistic assets into the ESG strategy.
Art and tourism: coexistence is possible but only with real business planning.
Art and tourism are often presented as a natural pairing: the former generates attractiveness, the latter generates economic flows. Yet, in practice, the relationship between the two fields is anything but linear.
Empress Eugenie's Crown Found After the Theft at the Louvre: Restoration
Found at the foot of the Apollo Gallery, Empress Eugénie's crown escaped the violent theft that occurred on October 19, 2025, at the Louvre Museum. A fragment of a palmette was also found near the case containing the…
St. Mark's Basilica in Venice: $3 million for a new organ, combining history and musical tradition.
St. Mark's Basilica in Venice is preparing to receive a new organ, a project of great cultural and liturgical significance, announced on February 10, 2026, in the Auditorium of Sant'Apollonia. The initiative, promoted by the Procuratoria di San Marco, aims to celebrate…
The Venetian Carnival and the Arsenale Water Show 2026: The "Call of Olympia"
The Arsenale returns to be a theatre of wonder with the Arsenale Water Show 2026, The Call of Olympia, a show that combines contemporary technology and centuries-old Venetian carnival tradition in a large visual and sound fresco on the water.
Luxury chases art, but art is not a luxury: a paradox that could become a vision for the future.
"Luxury chases art, but art is not a luxury" isn't just a critical reflection: it's a prediction of the future. Art survives, evolves, and opens up to the public; luxury learns to support without suffocating, to engage without appropriating.
Messner Mountain Museum (MMM) and Reinhold Messner: history and its six locations. A unique opportunity to discover the Dolomites.
The Messner Mountain Museum's facilities form a unique mosaic, an experiential space where nature and culture intertwine to offer a profound understanding of the significance that mountains have always held for humanity. This is an opportunity to…
The art market in 2026: a landscape of selective consolidation and tension between cultural value and global capital.
The contemporary art market, within the global economic landscape, is a complex system in which economic, cultural, technological, and geopolitical factors interact. After a period of strong expansion followed by a cyclical slowdown in the first half of the 2000s,…
The Pinacoteca Ambrosiana is growing and looking to the future: from 60 to 500 visitors in four years.
From 60.000 to half a million visitors in four years: positive balance sheets, cultural innovation, and new international projects.
Titian, the landscape and his origins: celebrations for the 450th anniversary of his death begin in Pieve di Cadore.
"Titian and the Landscape. From Cadore to the Lagoon: the Gozzi Altarpiece and the Submersion of the Pharaoh" is the title of the exhibition taking place in Pieve di Cadore (BL), at the Palazzo della Magnifica Comunità di Cadore, from January 23rd to…
Intesa Sanpaolo's Savings Museum continues to grow: 154 users expected by 2025.
This year the museum will also be one of the protagonists of Gen26, the education program of the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Sandro Botticelli's Adoration of the Magi: Art, History, and Power in Fifteenth-Century Florence
Sandro Botticelli's "Adoration of the Magi," commissioned by the banker Gaspare di Zanobi del Lama, became a famous work not only for its great artistic quality, but above all for the way in which Botticelli transformed a traditional theme into a representation…
Art, luxury, and desire: why 2026 will mark the new era of post-functionality
In 2026, the concept of luxury shifts away from the logic of function and efficiency to take on an ethical and cultural dimension. This text introduces a reflection on post-functional luxury as a critical space in which art, images, and contemporary practices do not…
Julie Jones the new director of the MEP (Maison Européenne de la Photographie) in Paris
The Board of Directors of MEP – Maison Européenne de la Photographie appointed Julie Jones as the institution's new Director in December 2025, marking the beginning of a new era for one of Europe's leading centers dedicated to…
Musée d'Orsay and Auguste Renoir: The Ball at the Moulin de la Galette, a hymn to a new year of shared happiness
On the occasion of the one hundred and fiftieth anniversary of the Bal du moulin de la Galette (1876), a masterpiece preserved in the collections of the Musée d'Orsay in Paris, this exhibition will open on March 17 and will be open until July 19, 2026
Andy Warhol's Portrait of Brigitte Bardot: When Celebrity Turns into Art
Bardot's portrait is a clear example of Warhol's poetics: it is not about portraying the actress's inner personality, but about capturing her public image, transforming her into an icon of mass culture.
Magritte's "Infinite Gratitude." An emblematic painting for the new year: learning to observe, respect, and appreciate.
With Infinite Gratitude (1933), René Magritte created a work that fits perfectly into his Surrealist quest for "truth," aimed at questioning the relationship between reality, image, and thought. Precisely for this reason, it can be read as a warning…
Museums open: discover Venice by night with Nocturnes, Karen LaMonte's moving sculptures at the Correr Museum.
The exhibition Karen LaMonte. Nocturnes is taking place in Venice at the Museo Correr, one of the city's main civic museums located in Piazza San Marco, and will be open until February 28, 2026. Open daily from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm…
Art Market 2026: The Rise of Visionary Women, the Case of the Enigmatic "Leonor Fini"
Today we will attempt to analyze the art market, starting with artists who are less well-known to the general public, but who possess characteristics that can stimulate the growth of informed collecting and, consequently, a progressive increase in market values.
A New Christmas of Art: The Renaissance and the Rebirth of European Culture
A tribute to Renaissance art on Christmas Day celebrates the rebirth of light, beauty, and human dignity. Just as Christmas symbolizes birth and hope, the Renaissance represents a new cultural and spiritual beginning, in which faith,…
National Gallery, there is a new work: a slate from the Welsh quarry that during the war housed the nation's paintings
An engraved slate tablet from the North Wales landscape was recently unveiled at the National Gallery to commemorate Manod Quarry, in Eryri Park (Snowdonia), which during the Second World War housed and stored…
Holidays 2025: A new form of hospitality art is born: here's why reuse and vintage are so popular.
According to research by Catawiki, the leading marketplace for collectibles, more and more Europeans are choosing to decorate their table with second-hand, unique pieces rich in history.
Intesa Sanpaolo: major exhibitions and international projects at the Gallerie d'Italia in 2026
The first half of 2026 at Intesa Sanpaolo's Gallerie d'Italia opens with a high-profile cultural program in its four locations in Milan, Turin, Naples and Vicenza.
Museo Poldi Pezzoli and the Metropolitan Museum of New York: the wonders of the Grand Tour return to Milan (2026 Meeting Calendar)
The Poldi Pezzoli Museum presents “Wonders of the Grand Tour”, the exhibition open to the public from 30 January to 4 May 2026, an international exhibition project created in collaboration with the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York
Christmas in Art: Botticelli's "Mystical Nativity," a profoundly modern painting in its unease
The Mystical Nativity, painted by Sandro Botticelli in 1500, is one of the most enigmatic and intense works of the Italian Renaissance. Today housed in the National Gallery in London, it is not only a representation of the birth of Christ, but a profound…
Antonio Ximenes's "Shield" of Garibaldi is once again on display at the Vittoriano in Rome after its restoration.
Garibaldi's Shield, an extraordinary masterpiece of 19th-century celebratory art created by Antonio Ximenes, was returned to the public's view today after a long and careful restoration project.
Grand Palais in Paris: Claire Tabouret and Notre-Dame, models and sketches of future contemporary stained glass windows
From 10 December 2025 to 15 March 2026, the Grand Palais has invited Claire Tabouret to take over gallery 10.2 with an exhibition dedicated to preparatory work for future stained glass windows for Notre-Dame de Paris.
Art Collecting: Young People and Women Drive the HNW Market Despite Global Uncertainty
The study, characterised by a high presence of Millennials and Gen Z (74% of the sample), highlights how young people and women are redefining the profile of the contemporary collector, influencing tastes, spending choices and approach to risk.
An ice skating rink in the heart of Venice: Berggruen Arts & Culture presents Eisfeld II by Olaf Nicolai at Palazzo Diedo.
In the year of the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games, Berggruen Arts & Culture presents the spectacular ice installation Eisfeld II by internationally renowned artist Olaf Nicolai in Venice. The installation will be on display at Palazzo Diedo from December 13, 2025, to…
The “Casermetta” in Forte Marghera (Venice) opens: a former wartime structure has given rise to a cultural hub dedicated to art.
The Napoleonic Barracks of Forte Marghera, on the outskirts of Venice, opens to the public: it becomes a new cultural hub for young artists and authors.
One Hundred Years of Gastone Novelli: A New Exhibition at Ca' Pesaro (Venice)
On the centenary of Gastone Novelli's birth, Ca' Pesaro is dedicating a major monographic exhibition to him, fully portraying one of the most decisive and erratic figures in post-war Italian art.
Cristina Mittermeier at Intesa Sanpaolo's Gallerie d'Italia: a chance to discover Vicenza during the Christmas season.
Among exhibitions, events, and the unique atmosphere of Vicenza's historic center, a meeting with Cristina Mittermeier. Great wisdom can thus be transformed into an even richer and more evocative experience, combining art, sustainability, and the magic of the holidays.
Eni Collection: Morandi's still lifes on display
Two still lifes by Giorgio Morandi, the historic heart of the Eni Collection commissioned by Enrico Mattei, are back on display, underlining the link between art, business and the social value of the working environment.
Intesa Sanpaolo opens the exhibition "Barocci. The Madonna of the Cherries" at the Gallerie d'Italia in Turin.
Intesa Sanpaolo is opening its new exhibition "Barocci. The Madonna of the Cherries" to the public at the Gallerie d'Italia in Turin, starting December 10th and continuing through the Christmas season until January 11th, 2026.