Palazzo Venezia reopens main entrance and restores Sala d'Ercole with public access
Edith Gabrielli, the superintendent, is spearheading a restoration initiative at Palazzo Venezia in Rome, which is home to a National Museum and the National Institute and Library of Archaeology and Art History. The palace's garden, often neglected, has been revitalized in the early humanism style and is now a venue for events. During a press conference for the 10th Biennale dell'Antiquariato, taking place from September 29 to October 3, Gabrielli revealed that the main entrance on Piazza Venezia will be reopened. A project in the Sala d'Ercole is focused on restoring the original colors of frescoes commissioned by Pope Paul II Barbo, which were previously compromised. Guided public tours of the restoration site will commence in September by reservation.
Key facts
- Soprintendente Edith Gabrielli is leading recovery and promotion of Palazzo Venezia in Rome.
- Palazzo Venezia houses a National Museum and the National Institute and Library of Archaeology and Art History.
- Gabrielli restored the garden in classical style and hosts ongoing events there.
- The main portal on Piazza Venezia, attributed to Giuliano da Maiano, will reopen.
- The 10th Biennale dell'Antiquariato will be held at Palazzo Venezia from September 29 to October 3.
- Restoration of Sala d'Ercole includes disinfecting the wooden ceiling and cleaning frescoes of Hercules' labors.
- The room was originally used to store papal vestments in the 14th century.
- The frescoes were commissioned by Pope Paul II Barbo; Andrea Mantegna's involvement is doubted by Gabrielli.
- Public can visit the restoration site via free guided tours starting in September.
Entities
Artists
- Edith Gabrielli
- Giuliano da Maiano
- Andrea Mantegna
- Pope Paul II Barbo
Institutions
- Palazzo Venezia
- Museo Nazionale di Palazzo Venezia
- Istituto Nazionale di Archeologia e Storia dell'Arte
- Biblioteca Nazionale di Archeologia e Storia dell'Arte
- Biennale dell'Antiquariato
- Artribune
Locations
- Rome
- Italy
- Piazza Venezia
- Largo della Torre Argentina
- Fori Imperiali
- Colosseo