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Art breaks away from the past. A century of revolution with the historical Avant-garde movements
It is well known that artists are often able to detect and interpret a shared feeling before it becomes widely recognised. This is precisely what happened with the Avant-garde movements of the 20th century: a succession of cultural movements which, in the early years of the century, gave voice to a widespread and stirring unease, irreversibly shaping the course of art and history.
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Madness in art from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance: symbols and revelations
Madness, with its medical, physiological and social implications, is one of the most complex subjects to define. Broadly understood as a deviation from what is considered “normal” (another concept that is equally wide-ranging and uncertain), it has long attracted the attention of intellectuals, scientists and artists. The latter, in particular, have portrayed it through different forms and approaches, which vary according to the period and the sensitivity of each artist.
Precisely because the manifestations of madness are manifold – and the interpretations just as numerous – this article focuses on some of the most well-known and still meaningful examples today, dating from the period between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance.
Dante Ferretti, the architect of dreams between cinema, set design and Fellinian visions
A curious recurrence happily marks Italian culture: the presence of at least two Dantes among the most significant figures of its past and present. The Divine Poet, author of the celebrated Commedia; and Dante Ferretti, an award-winning set and costume designer who has worked alongside directors such as Pier Paolo Pasolini, Federico Fellini, Terry Gilliam and Martin Scorsese. Let’s retrace the key moments of his career and revisit, as if in an art-house screening, some of the most iconic titles signed by this “living legend” of world cinema.
Discovering Verona: what to see among art, history, and museums
Verona is not just the Arena and Juliet’s House: behind its most iconic landmarks lies a city capable of charming visitors in countless other ways. Strolling through its cobbled streets and lesser-known corners, you’ll encounter places rich in history and fascination —unmissable stops for any first-time visitor. Let’s explore some of its most remarkable attractions, masterpieces of art, architectural treasures, and unique atmospheres.
From the historical Avant-Gardes to the Trecento: the story of Palazzo Maffei
Majestic and elegant, Palazzo Maffei stands like a theatrical backdrop at the end of the enchanting Piazza delle Erbe, in the heart of Verona. Its 17th-century façade, animated by lively Baroque decorations, introduces interiors filled with the treasures of Luigi Carlon’s collection. An entrepreneur and passionate collector, Carlon has transformed the ancient Maffei residence into a true contemporary Wunderkammer, where the ancient and the modern meet, revealing unexpected and evocative connections.
The art of miniature painting between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance: techniques, history and masterpieces
Long – and wrongly – regarded as a “minor art”, miniature painting is one of the most refined and exquisite artistic expressions of ancient, medieval and Renaissance Europe. Less known to the general public than its “major sisters” (painting, sculpture and architecture), it is a precious testimony to the skill of its creators, the changes in taste across the ages, and the role that the written word has played in past history.
Let us therefore draw closer – metaphorically and not only – to the art of miniature painting and to some of its most celebrated examples, to better appreciate its style and evolution.
Art breaks away from the past. A century of revolution with the historical Avant-garde movements
It is well known that artists are often able to detect and interpret a shared feeling before it becomes widely recognised. This is precisely what happened with the Avant-garde movements of the 20th century: a succession of cultural movements which, in the early years of the century, gave voice to a widespread and stirring unease, irreversibly shaping the course of art and history.
Madness in art from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance: symbols and revelations
Madness, with its medical, physiological and social implications, is one of the most complex subjects to define. Broadly understood as a deviation from what is considered “normal” (another concept that is equally wide-ranging and uncertain), it has long attracted the attention of intellectuals, scientists and artists. The latter, in particular, have portrayed it through different forms and approaches, which vary according to the period and the sensitivity of each artist.
Precisely because the manifestations of madness are manifold – and the interpretations just as numerous – this article focuses on some of the most well-known and still meaningful examples today, dating from the period between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance.
Dante Ferretti, the architect of dreams between cinema, set design and Fellinian visions
A curious recurrence happily marks Italian culture: the presence of at least two Dantes among the most significant figures of its past and present. The Divine Poet, author of the celebrated Commedia; and Dante Ferretti, an award-winning set and costume designer who has worked alongside directors such as Pier Paolo Pasolini, Federico Fellini, Terry Gilliam and Martin Scorsese. Let’s retrace the key moments of his career and revisit, as if in an art-house screening, some of the most iconic titles signed by this “living legend” of world cinema.
Discovering Verona: what to see among art, history, and museums
Verona is not just the Arena and Juliet’s House: behind its most iconic landmarks lies a city capable of charming visitors in countless other ways. Strolling through its cobbled streets and lesser-known corners, you’ll encounter places rich in history and fascination —unmissable stops for any first-time visitor. Let’s explore some of its most remarkable attractions, masterpieces of art, architectural treasures, and unique atmospheres.
From the historical Avant-Gardes to the Trecento: the story of Palazzo Maffei
Majestic and elegant, Palazzo Maffei stands like a theatrical backdrop at the end of the enchanting Piazza delle Erbe, in the heart of Verona. Its 17th-century façade, animated by lively Baroque decorations, introduces interiors filled with the treasures of Luigi Carlon’s collection. An entrepreneur and passionate collector, Carlon has transformed the ancient Maffei residence into a true contemporary Wunderkammer, where the ancient and the modern meet, revealing unexpected and evocative connections.
The art of miniature painting between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance: techniques, history and masterpieces
Long – and wrongly – regarded as a “minor art”, miniature painting is one of the most refined and exquisite artistic expressions of ancient, medieval and Renaissance Europe. Less known to the general public than its “major sisters” (painting, sculpture and architecture), it is a precious testimony to the skill of its creators, the changes in taste across the ages, and the role that the written word has played in past history.
Let us therefore draw closer – metaphorically and not only – to the art of miniature painting and to some of its most celebrated examples, to better appreciate its style and evolution.
