Pinacoteca Malaspina
Museum | Pavia | Lombardia | Italy
The Pinacoteca Malaspina in Pavia is an important art museum located in the historic Castello Visconteo. The museum houses an extensive collection of paintings ranging from the 13th to the 20th century, including works by renowned artists such as Gentile da Fabriano, Antonello da Messina, Giovanni Bellini, Vincenzo Foppa, Bernardino Luini, Correggio, Paolo Veronese, Guido Reni, Francesco Hayez, Giovanni Segantini, and Renato Guttuso.
Collections and exhibitions:
Early periods: The collection includes works from the 13th to 16th century, including significant paintings such as "Madonna with Child in Glory between Saints Francis and Clare" by Gentile da Fabriano and the "Portrait of a Man" by Antonello da Messina.
Baroque and Modern: The Pinacoteca also features works from the 17th and 18th centuries, including paintings by Francesco Hayez and Giovanni Segantini.
Model of the Cathedral of Pavia: A special highlight is the rare wooden model of the Pavia Cathedral from 1497, created by Giovanni Pietro Fugazza and Cristoforo Rocchi. This model is one of the few surviving Renaissance wooden models and offers a unique insight into the architecture of that time.
History and significance:
The Pinacoteca Malaspina was established through the legacy of Marquis Luigi Malaspina di Sannazzaro, who bequeathed his art collection to the city of Pavia. In 2000, the collection was expanded with the establishment of the Quadreria dell'Ottocento, which includes works from the 19th century.
The museum is an important cultural center in Pavia and offers visitors the opportunity to experience masterpieces of Italian art history. It is a place of education and inspiration, reflecting the rich artistic tradition of the region.
