Discover the renowned exhibition 'De Caravaggio a Bernini,' a captivating showcase of 17th-century Italian art. This collection features seventy-one important paintings and sculptures by acclaimed artists such as Caravaggio, Bernini, Guido Reni, and Velázquez, all drawn from the Royal Collections of Patrimonio Nacional. It offers a deep dive into the artistic achievements of the Seicento period, presented at the Royal Palace in Madrid.
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This exhibition showcases a significant collection of 17th-century Italian paintings and sculptures from the Royal Collections. Featuring works by masters such as Caravaggio, Bernini, Guido Reni, and Velázquez, it offers a unique glimpse into the artistic achievements of the Seicento period.
The exhibition "De Caravaggio a Bernini. Obras maestras del seicento italiano en las Colecciones Reales" brings together seventy-one important Italian paintings and sculptures from the 17th century, all belonging to the Patrimonio Nacional. This collection includes works by renowned artists such as Caravaggio, Guido Reni, Giovanni Francesco Barbieri (Il Guercino), Lucas Jordán, Andrea Vaccaro, Federico Barocci, Ercole Procaccini, Charles Le Brun, Ludovico Carracci, Carlo Maratti, and José Ribera. Additionally, visitors can admire sculptures by Bernini, Algardi, Duquesnoy, and Fisher von Erlach. A special highlight is Velázquez's "The Tunic of Joseph," created after the painter's first trip to Italy. Organized by Patrimonio Nacional with sponsorship from Fundación Banco Santander and curated by Gonzalo Redín, the exhibition was held in the Temporary Exhibition Halls of the Royal Palace of Madrid. Visitors had the opportunity to experience this collection from June 7 to October 16, 2016.
The exhibition "De Caravaggio a Bernini" is included with the general admission ticket to the Royal Palace of Madrid. The combined ticket costs 11 euros. Visitors should be aware of the summer and winter operating hours for entry, with the last access typically one hour before closing.
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