Domus Aurea Opens New Entrance with Uffizi Loan
A new entrance to the Domus Aurea in Rome was officially opened on December 13, 2024, in Gallery XXIV of the Neronian portico, marking the completion of safety and conservation efforts. This project includes the reopening of the western section, which features the Sala della Volta Gialla and the Sala della Volta delle Civette. In partnership with the Uffizi Galleries, the sculpture "Ninfa con pantera" will be exhibited until February 9, 2025. Originating from the 1st to 2nd centuries AD, this piece became part of the Medici collections in the mid-16th century and has seen restoration work. Alfonsina Russo, director of the Parco Archeologico del Colosseo, highlighted the initiative's goal to foster cultural engagement while the new entrance revitalizes the Neronian portico with unique flooring and a walkway.
Key facts
- New entrance opened December 13, 2024 in Gallery XXIV of the Neronian portico.
- Reopening of western sector, Sala della Volta Gialla, and Sala della Volta delle Civette.
- Sculpture 'Ninfa con pantera' on loan from Uffizi until February 9, 2025.
- Sculpture dates from 1st-2nd century AD, entered Medici collections mid-16th century.
- Head, neck, left arm and breast, right hand and leg are later restorations.
- Flooring distinguishes interior (beaten pavement) from exterior (steel and resin).
- New walkway and lighting enhance the western sector.
- Alfonsina Russo announced free educational activities and cultural events.
Entities
Artists
- Pinturicchio
- Giorgio Vasari
Institutions
- Domus Aurea
- Gallerie degli Uffizi
- Parco Archeologico del Colosseo
- Palazzo Pitti
Locations
- Rome
- Italy
- Florence