Barilli defends Palazzo dei Diamanti expansion, calls for referendum
Renato Barilli, professor emeritus at the University of Bologna, weighs in on the controversy over adding a rear entrance to Palazzo dei Diamanti in Ferrara. He argues that historical palaces often had rough backs, and the current narrow corridor is unpleasant for visitors. Barilli suggests the space could host a bookshop and café, expanding the left wing. He proposes moving major exhibitions elsewhere, as Franco Farina managed, and displaying works by Boldini and Previati at Palazzo dei Diamanti. Barilli calls for a citizen referendum on the addition, criticizing the "no" mentality seen in other debates like the Tav high-speed rail or the Uffizi rear entrance.
Key facts
- Renato Barilli was not consulted on the Palazzo dei Diamanti rear entrance controversy.
- Barilli argues that historically, palace backs were left rough and uncared for.
- The current rear corridor is described as long, narrow, cold, with a difficult door.
- Barilli proposes adding a bookshop and café in the rear space.
- He suggests moving major exhibitions to other venues managed by Franco Farina.
- Barilli recommends displaying works by Boldini and Previati at Palazzo dei Diamanti.
- He calls for a referendum among Ferrara citizens on the addition.
- Barilli criticizes the 'no' stance seen in other debates like no Tav and no Uffizi rear entrance.
Entities
Artists
- Renato Barilli
- Franco Farina
- Giovanni Boldini
- Gaetano Previati
- Vittorio Sgarbi
- Massimiliano Tonelli
- Valentina Silvestrini
Institutions
- Palazzo dei Diamanti
- University of Bologna
- Artribune
- Uffizi
Locations
- Ferrara
- Italy