Five Unmissable Artistic Gems Few Know About
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- * What it is: A monumental sculpture/installation by artist Arnaldo Pomodoro.
- * What it is: An art, architecture, and beauty space housed in three historic buildings.
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1. Arnaldo pomodoro’s Labyrinth
* What it is: A monumental sculpture/installation by artist Arnaldo Pomodoro. It’s a labyrinthine space made of metal and wood with geometric symbols.
* Experience: Highly tactile and immersive. You can touch the materials, feel the temperature, and contemplate the symbols. It’s meant to reflect the artist’s inner world and the post-war atmosphere of Milan.
* Location: Below the Maison Fendi headquarters at Via Solari 35,Milan.
* Access: Open six months a year,guided tours only. Advance planning is highly recommended.
2. Gallerie d’italia Milano
* What it is: An art, architecture, and beauty space housed in three historic buildings.
* Focus: Italian art from the 19th and 20th centuries.
* Location: Piazza della Scala, Milan. (Specifically, three historic buildings in the square).
* Highlights: Beautifully renovated buildings preserving original architectural details (portholes, vaults). The museum frames Italian art within the context of Milan’s financial history.Thoughtful temporary exhibitions.
* Owner: Intesa Sanpaolo (a leading Italian bank).
3. Atelier Nur (Nuria du chêne de Vère)
* What it is: A perfumery and workshop of Italian-Spanish perfumer Nuria du Chêne de Vère.
* Experience: An immersive sensory experience focused on smell. Nuria’s fragrances are inspired by travel, memories, and celebrations. Learning about perfume notes and their impact on mood and memory.
* Location: Largo Francesco Richini 12, milan (hidden in a courtyard).
4. Bagatti Valsecchi Museum
* What it is: A house-museum created by brothers Fausto and Giuseppe Bagatti Valsecchi.
* Focus: A recreation of a Renaissance-era residence, showcasing their collection of Renaissance art.
* location: Between Via Gesù and Via Santo Spirito, in the fashion district of Milan.
* Highlights: A fascinating example of historical imagination and collecting passion.
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