Artists and Movements

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13/05/2024
Vermeer’s concerto a trio: description of a lost masterpiece

One of Vermeer’s most enigmatic and discussed works is “The Concert for Three.” A lost masterpiece by the 17th-century Dutch master known for his intimate and luminous depictions of domestic life. This painting is one of thirteen works stolen during the famous theft from the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston in 1990, considered one […]

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec Circo
06/05/2024
The posthumous works of Toulouse-Lautrec

There are cases when an artist manages to influence culture even after his death. It happened to Vincent van Gogh, who became famous after his death, but it also happened to Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, an emblematic figure of the Belle Époque who left an impressive artistic legacy despite his short career. Famous for works in […]

Caravaggio Giuditta e Oloferne
15/04/2024
Caravaggio paintings stolen, lost or destroyed

Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio, one of the most revolutionary and influential artists of his time, left behind an artistic legacy that continues to amaze and inspire. However, not all of Caravaggio’s paintings have survived to the present day.Caravaggio’s life was certainly troubled, but some of his works have also experienced complicated events. In fact, some […]

pannello Giudici Giusti rubato dal Polittico Agnello Mistico Cattedrale San Bavone
08/04/2024
Righteous Judges panel stolen from the Mystic Lamb Polyptych

The Polyptych of the Mystical Lamb, a masterpiece of the Van Eyck brothers completed in 1432, is known not only for its extraordinary beauty and artistic complexity but also for having been the subject of numerous vicissitudes, including theft and looting. Particularly intriguing is the fate of the panel of the Righteous Judges, which disappeared […]

Works of art
copia Battaglia Anghiari Rubens
01/04/2024
The mystery of the Battle of Anghiari, Leonardo’s lost masterpiece

The history of art is made up of enigmas and mysteries.There are works of art of inestimable value and beauty that, due to the vicissitudes of history, have disappeared without a trace. These masterpieces, once admired and celebrated, have become legends, and their absence is as powerful a reminder as the presence of works that […]

Leonardo da Vinci
19/02/2024
Life of Leonardo da Vinci, Renaissance genius

Have you ever wondered how Leonardo da Vinci’s life could have left such an indelible mark on the history of art and science?Leonardo da Vinci is the genius of the Renaissance, no one doubts it, but what he achieved during his lifetime has spanned the centuries like a beacon of ingenuity and creativity. In this […]

Botticelli autoritratto
24/12/2023
Sandro Botticelli: life and works

Have you ever wondered why Sandro Botticelli remains a legendary figure in the universe of Renaissance art? Born in 1445Florence, Botticelli is not only famous for the beauty of his works depicting goddesses and Madonnas, but also for the vast contribution he made to the Renaissance. Sandro Botticelli

Museums and galleries
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19/12/2023
A new work by Mantegna discovered in Venice: the mysterious painting found at the Correr Museum

You know when a lost work of art is, quite by chance, rediscovered and this starts to trigger a series of questions that open up new horizons? That’s what happened recently at the Museo Correr in Venice, when an unknown work by Andrea Mantegna, one of the greatest Renaissance artists, re-emerged from storage. In this […]

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18/12/2023
May 3, 1808 by Goya

Have you ever wondered what Goya’s painting May 3, 1808 represents and what its significance is? Art has the power to capture historical moments and make us reflect on them, and this painting is a snapshot of a tragic and unforgettable moment in human history. Let’s find out together what it represents and some interesting […]

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14/12/2023
Dürer’s works: what they are and where to see them

Do you know the works of Dürer and why he is considered a genius artist? In this post, I want to introduce you to the masterpieces of Albrecht Dürer, a master of the Nordic Renaissance and famous for his revolutionary approach to art. Born in Nuremberg in 1471, Dürer left an indelible mark on the art […]

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30/11/2023
Goya’s Saturn devouring his children: analysis and trivia

Goya’s Saturn devouring his children is one of those paintings that does not allow the eye to turn elsewhere, despite the fact that the image is terrifying. Have you ever stood in front of a work of art like this that horrified you but did not allow you to stop looking? Art, in its purest […]

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23/11/2023
Goya’s Colossus: analysis and trivia

Have you ever tried to understand the mysteries surrounding the enigmatic work known as Goya’s Colossus? This majestic work, imbued with history and mystery, has continued to enchant and question art experts for centuries. In the sphere of Spanish art, Francisco Goya holds a prominent place because of his unique ability to capture the human […]

Works of art
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04/11/2023
Caravaggio’s The Taking of Christ: analysis and curiosities

Have you ever wondered what secrets lie behind Caravaggio’s The Taking of Christ, one of the most intense and emotionally charged works of Baroque art? Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio, who was born in Milan in 1571 and died in Porto Ercole in 1610, is known for his ability to capture humanity and spirituality in his […]

Museums and galleries
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02/11/2023
Michelangelo’s Secret Room in the Medici Chapels

There is a hidden place in Florence where Michelangelo Buonarroti left the mark of his genius. This place is Michelangelo’s secret room in the Medici Chapels, which has finally opened to the public. Here is why you must see it and why it is so important. Michelangelo’s Secret Room of the Medici Chapels: A Hidden […]

School and Periods
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30/10/2023
Pre-Raphaelite artists: transforming art with spirituality and innovative vision

Have you ever heard of the Pre-Raphaelites? This fascinating 19th century British art movement is a real hidden gem in the art world. I am sure their story will fascinate you, just as it fascinated me. In this post we will dive into the world of the Pre-Raphaelite artists, discovering their philosophy, the influence they […]

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09/10/2023
Flora by Titian: the timeless elegance of feminine beauty

Tiziano Vecellio, one of the greatest masters of Italian Renaissance painting, left an indelible mark on the history of art with his extraordinary works. One of his masterpieces is the elegant and fascinating painting entitled Flora, which can be admired in Florence today. This work, created during Titian’s prolific career, captures the eye with its […]

Artists and Movements
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11/09/2023
Life and Works of Lorenzo Ghiberti, Master of the Renaissance

After having explored the life and works of Filippo Brunelleschi, the brilliant architect and father of the Renaissance, today I propose to dive into the fascinating world of Lorenzo Ghiberti, another important protagonist of Florentine Renaissance art. Known primarily for his creation of the famous ‘Gates of Paradise,’ Ghiberti was a multifaceted and talented artist […]

Opere d’arte
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07/09/2023
Discovering Donatello’s Magdalene: a masterpiece in the Museo dell’Opera del Duomo in Florence

Are you ready to take an unforgettable journey into the heart of Florence, immersing yourself in the timeless beauty of a sculptural masterpiece? In this post, I will guide you on a discovery of Donatello’s Madonna, an extraordinary work of art that enchants with its refinement and profound expressiveness. Prepare to be captivated by this […]

Museums and galleries
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22/08/2023
A new journey through art: Leonardo’s Last Supper

Have you ever imagined a completely new art experience, immersed in seamless beauty? Well, the new route of the Leonardo’s Last Supper and the new spaces are about to turn wishes into reality. In the world of art and culture, innovations are not only limited to what is painted on canvas or carved in stone, but […]

School and Periods
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18/08/2023
Gothic cathedrals, symbols of spirituality and transcendence

Gothic cathedrals are the most fascinating architectural wonders that history has left us. These magnificent structures dating back to the second half of the 12th century shaped the history of art and architecture, expressing the taste, values and religiosity of the society of their time. With their unique style and innovative technical solutions, Gothic cathedrals […]

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event 30 Nov 2025 - 12 Apr 2026
Kandinsky and Italy: a journey through colours and revolutions
MA*GA Museum, Gallarate (VA)
GIACOMO BALLA UN UNIVERSO DI LUCE mostra icon-biglietto-disponibile Biglietti disponibili
event 10 Oct 2025 - 01 Feb 2026
Giacomo Balla, a universe of light in Parma
Parma, Palazzo del Governatore
Graphic Japan mostra Bologna
event 20 Nov 2025 - 06 Apr 2026
From the Land of the Rising Sun to Bologna: why you can’t miss the Graphic Japan exhibition
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event 04 Oct 2025 - 01 Feb 2025
Picasso, the language of ideas on display in Rome
Museo della Fanteria, Rome

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