Galleria nazionale di Parma
Museum | Parma | Emilia-Romagna | Italy
The "Galleria Nazionale di Parma" is part of the monumental complex of the Pilotta in Parma and one of the most significant art museums in Emilia-Romagna. It houses a remarkable collection of paintings, sculptures, and artworks that reflect the history of Italian art from the Middle Ages to the modern era. The collection includes works from different periods, with a special focus on the Renaissance and Baroque periods.
One of the highlights of the Galleria is the Farnese collection, which impresses with masterpieces by artists such as Parmigianino, Correggio, and the Flemish painter Frans Francken the Younger. This collection is a testament to the art patronage by the Farnese family, which politically and culturally shaped Parma for centuries.
Another significant part of the collection includes works from the school of Parma, including paintings by artists such as Antonio Allegri, known as Correggio, and other important artists from the region. The gallery also offers visitors an insight into the development of 17th-century art, with impressive works from the Baroque and late Renaissance periods.
In addition to the permanent collection, the Galleria regularly organizes temporary exhibitions and cultural events that further illuminate art history and offer new perspectives on the works of the masters.
