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Sky Arte Documentary Explores Antonello da Messina's Palermo Exhibition

exhibition · 2026-05-04

A documentary on Sky Arte, airing Monday, February 4, as part of the Exhibition series, delves into the Sicilian Renaissance and the work of Antonello da Messina. The film covers the exhibition at Palazzo Abatellis in Palermo, home of the Galleria Regionale, which for the first time brings together the artist's most important paintings. The display follows a chronological order starting from his mature period, featuring works loaned from Italian and international collections. The journey begins with the Annunciata, acquired by Palazzo Abatellis in 1953 and exhibited within Carlo Scarpa's installation. Narrated by Lella Costa, the documentary guides viewers through this pivotal exhibition for Palermo. Sky Arte's website is powered by Artribune, which manages its content and digital interface.

Key facts

  • Documentary airs on Sky Arte on Monday, February 4.
  • Part of the Exhibition series.
  • Focuses on Antonello da Messina and the Sicilian Renaissance.
  • Exhibition hosted at Palazzo Abatellis, Palermo (Galleria Regionale).
  • First time the artist's most important paintings are brought together.
  • Chronological display starting from his mature period.
  • Works on loan from Italian and international collections.
  • Annunciata included, acquired by Palazzo Abatellis in 1953.
  • Installation designed by Carlo Scarpa.
  • Narrated by Lella Costa.
  • Sky Arte website powered by Artribune.

Entities

Artists

  • Antonello da Messina
  • Carlo Scarpa

Institutions

  • Sky Arte
  • Palazzo Abatellis
  • Galleria Regionale
  • Artribune

Locations

  • Palermo
  • Italy

Sources