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.

THE 19TH-CENTURY WING OF THE GYPSOTHECA CANOVA MUSEUM

Who decides what is art?

Thursday January 2nd, 2025 , More than art

When we look at a work of contemporary art, perhaps a completely blank canvas or an installation made of ordinary objects, we often ask ourselves a question: is it really art? But who has the authority to decide what can be defined as such?
This question is at the heart of a debate that has been going on in the art world for decades and perhaps centuries, but which today, in the age of marketing and social media, is even more heated.

What then makes a work of art truly a work of art? A prestigious signature, the approval of a critic, commercial success or the emotion it arouses in the viewer?
Whereas in the past academies and critics had the final say, today the landscape is much more fragmented, with influences ranging from international markets to social media. In this post I explore the different forces at play – institutions, market, audience – and question who really has the power to define what is art.

WHO DECIDES WHAT IS REALLY ART AND WHAT IS NOT?

Discovering Magna Graecia: History, Archaeology and Hidden Treasures

Monday December 30th, 2024 , Cities of Art

Magna Graecia is a land of history, culture and archaeology that enchants anyone who wants to rediscover the roots of a refined and flourishing civilisation. With its ancient cities, such as Metapontum, Siris and Heraclea, this land tells of a past rich in traditions, architectural splendour and agricultural innovations.

In this journey we will explore, thanks to Adele Pelazza, the most significant archaeological sites, including Doric temples, mosaics and ancient fortifications, to understand how the memory of this glorious civilisation is intertwined with the present, offering us a new way to find ourselves along the path of history.

THE MAGNA GREECE

Weekend in Genoa: Art, Museums and Sea

Tuesday November 12th, 2024 , Cities of Art

Have you ever thought of immersing yourself in the vibrant spirit of Madrid, the capital of Spain, rich in art, history and culture? Madrid, with its unique mix of tradition and modernity, is a city that seduces every visitor.
In this post I propose a two-day itinerary to discover some of the most fascinating cultural attractions this city has to offer.

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