Angelo Morbelli Archive Opens in Milan

The Angelo Morbelli Archive has opened in Milan, housing over a thousand drawings, paintings, letters, and photographs dedicated to the Italian Divisionist master. Established on the centenary of the painter's death, the archive aims to promote a comprehensive catalogue raisonné. The scientific committee includes Giovanni Anzani, Elisabetta Chiodini, Angelo Enrico, and Francesco Luigi Maspes. The archive invites collectors to contribute images and information about Morbelli's works to update and expand the collection. Morbelli (1853–1919) was a leading figure in Italian Divisionism, known for his social themes and meticulous technique. His notable works include 'Giorni…ultimi!' (awarded the Fumagalli prize and gold medal at the 1889 Exposition Universelle in Paris) and 'Per 80 centesimi!'. He corresponded with Giuseppe Pellizza da Volpedo and attempted to found a Divisionist movement. Later in his career, he received the Legion of Honour for 'Giorno di festa' (now at Musée d'Orsay) and participated in the 1903 Venice Biennale with 'Il Natale dei rimasti'. The archive is located at via Baracchini, 2 – 20123 Milano.