Arts

Matthew Spender, English artist who made Chianti his home, dies aged 81

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 Editorial Staff Arts

The English sculptor, painter and writer helped inspire Bernardo Bertolucci’s 1996 film Stealing Beauty.

Historic Santa Croce tabernacle returns to public view after restoration

Friday, May 29, 2026 Editorial Staff Arts

A late 16th-century fresco in Florence has returned to public view after a restoration supported by Friends of Florence.

Santa Maria Novella completes conservation project on Masaccio’s Trinity

Friday, May 22, 2026 Editorial Staff Arts

The intervention focused on stabilising the famous early Renaissance masterpiece by separating its support structure from the wall behind it.

Free evening entry at Museo dell’Opera del Duomo on 23 May 2026

Saturday, May 16, 2026 Editorial Staff Arts

The museum behind Florence Cathedral will open free of charge on 23 May for the European Night of Museums, while the Uffizi will offer €1 evening admission.

Alberto Burri works return to Florence at Roberto Casamonti Collection

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 Editorial Staff Arts

The exhibition concludes a series launched in 2025 to reconnect the Roberto Casamonti Collection with works from its early 20th-century section.

Florence unveils GAMB, new network for Accademia and Bargello museums

Monday, May 11, 2026 Editorial Staff Arts

The new institution includes seven museums and manages more than 50,000 artworks and over 18,000 square metres of exhibition space.

Palazzo Buontalenti launches new EUI contemporary art project

Saturday, May 9, 2026 Editorial Staff Arts

The European University Institute launches OPEN: the project combines contemporary art, academic research and public participation in central Florence.