Autumn brings with it several fascinating art exhibitions across Italy. We’ve put together a list of those we absolutely won’t be missing!
Correggio500
Until January 31, 2025, the city of Parma celebrates Antonio Allegri, known as Correggio, on the 500th anniversary of the completion of his fresco cycle in the dome of the Basilica of San Giovanni Evangelista. This work is regarded as one of the masterpieces of the Italian Renaissance, where Correggio harmoniously fused heaven and earth, showcasing a pictorial virtuosity that has left an indelible mark on art history.
The experience is made even more captivating thanks to Lucio Rossi’s contemporary installation, “Il Cielo per un istante in terra” (“Heaven for a Moment on Earth”). This immersive project allows visitors to quite literally step into Correggio’s pictorial universe. Through Rossi’s installation, visitors are invited to see the frescoes as if surrounded by Correggio’s celestial vision, experiencing the dome’s artistry with renewed depth and emotional resonance. Information.
Vasari 450 in Arezzo
The city of Arezzo is celebrating the great Giorgio Vasari on the 450th anniversary of his death, with a rich calendar of exhibitions and events running until February 2025. These celebrations aim to illuminate the life and artistic achievements of this illustrious figure, exploring his work as both an artist and an architect.
Through thematic exhibitions, guided tours, and curated events, visitors can trace his profound influence, from his pioneering biographical work, Lives of the Most Excellent Painters, Sculptors, and Architects, to his architectural contributions that still shape the cityscape. Until February 2025. Information.
Helen Frankenthaler. painting without rules in Florence
Palazzo Strozzi hosts, until January 26, 2024, an extraordinary retrospective dedicated to the abstract expressionism of the acclaimed American artist Helen Frankenthaler, one of the most influential voices in Abstract Expressionism and Color Field Painting.
The exhibition provides an intense and immersive journey through her bold and revolutionary artistic approach, showcasing over fifty works that allow visitors to delve into Frankenthaler’s innovative soak-stain technique. Information.
Niki de Saint Phalle in Milan
The MUDEC in Milan is hosting the first complete retrospective dedicated to the remarkable Niki de Saint Phalle, offering a unique opportunity to explore the life and work of this extraordinary 20th-century artist and visionary. Divided into eight sections, the exhibition guides visitors through her artistic and personal evolution, revealing the depth of her imagination and the impact of her work.
Among the standout pieces are her celebrated Nanas, monumental, colorful sculptures that exude femininity and vital energy, celebrating strength and joy in bold, vibrant forms. Information.
MUNCH Il grido interiore in Milan
Until January 26, 2025, Palazzo Reale hosts a major exhibition dedicated to Edvard Munch. Marking 80 years since the death of the renowned Expressionist, the exhibition presents 100 masterpieces that delve into the existential and artistic themes of his work, including iconic pieces such as Starry Night, The Scream, and The Girls on the Bridge.
The exhibition layout guides visitors through Munch’s stylistic and psychological evolution, from the dark tones of his early works to later, lighter compositions, which remain imbued with intense emotional tension. Information.
BOTERO in Rome
Until January 19, 2025, Palazzo Bonaparte hosts an exhibition dedicated to the work of the recently departed master, Fernando Botero. The exhibition gathers a selection of Botero’s most iconic pieces, including paintings, watercolors, and sculptures, offering a comprehensive overview of his remarkable career. Information.
Berthe Morisot. Impressionist Painter in Torino
Until March 9, 2025, the GAM in Turin presents an extraordinary exhibition dedicated to Berthe Morisot, the only woman among the founders of the Impressionist movement. This retrospective celebrates the life and work of a bold and revolutionary artist who, in a male-dominated world, left an indelible mark on modern art.
Through a selection of paintings, sketches, and drawings, visitors are invited to explore the themes closest to Morisot’s heart: feminine intimacy, family portraits, and the gentle allure of landscapes, all captured with delicate brushstrokes and a refined use of light. Information.
