Cassa di Risparmio di Firenze opens its art collection to the public for the first time
The Ente Cassa di Risparmio di Firenze has unveiled 'In collezione. Un percorso d’arte dal XII al XX secolo,' presenting its extensive collection of 900 artworks, appraised at nearly €36 million, for the first time. The exhibition, curated by a Technical Commission under the leadership of Carlo Sisi, is open until January 15, 2017, at Via Bufalini 6, close to the Florence Cathedral. Highlights include pieces by renowned artists such as Giotto, Beato Angelico, Filippino Lippi, Rinaldo da Siena, Giovanni Fattori, and Andrea della Robbia. Architect Renzo Funaro designed the installation to blend art with the workspace. This initiative aligns with 'Invito a Palazzo' and offers complimentary guided tours starting October 1, along with a multimedia room featuring Fabio Borbottoni's 'Views of Ancient Florence.'
Key facts
- The Ente Cassa di Risparmio di Firenze opens its art collection to the public for the first time.
- The collection comprises about 900 works, valued at nearly €36 million.
- The exhibition runs from October 1, 2016 to January 15, 2017.
- The show is located at Via Bufalini 6, Florence, near the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.
- Works by Giotto, Beato Angelico, Filippino Lippi, Rinaldo da Siena, Giovanni Fattori, and Andrea della Robbia are included.
- The installation was curated by Carlo Sisi and designed by architect Renzo Funaro.
- The building was expanded by Giovanni Michelucci and inaugurated in 1957.
- Free guided tours are available by reservation starting October 1.
Entities
Artists
- Giotto
- Beato Angelico
- Filippino Lippi
- Rinaldo da Siena
- Giovanni Fattori
- Andrea della Robbia
- Fabio Borbottoni
- Carlo Sisi
- Renzo Funaro
- Giovanni Michelucci
- Valentina Silvestrini
Institutions
- Ente Cassa di Risparmio di Firenze
- Goppion S.p.A.
- Artribune
Locations
- Florence
- Italy
- Via Bufalini 6
- Florence Cathedral
- Santa Maria del Fiore