Palazzo Cuttica, Museo Civico
Museum | Alessandria | Piemonte | Italy
The "Museo Civico di Palazzo Cuttica" in Alessandria is an important cultural institution that presents a diverse collection of artworks and historical objects. The museum is located in the Palazzo Cuttica di Cassine, a building dating back to the 18th century situated between Rococo and Neoclassicism, which was once a center of social life in Alessandria.
The museum's exhibitions are divided into different thematic areas:
Flemish tapestries from the 17th century: The first room welcomes visitors with two impressive Flemish tapestries.
Archaeological collection: An important collection of prehistoric and Roman artifacts gathered by Cesare Di Negro Carpani. This collection is of particular importance for understanding the prehistoric and ancient history of the Alessandria and Tortona region.
Religious art: Magnificent liturgical vestments and a valuable collection of illuminated choir books commissioned by Pope Pius V, the only Piedmontese pope. These works come from the time of the construction of the Dominican monasteries of Santa Croce and Ognissanti in Bosco Marengo.
Napoleonic era: Works that focus on Napoleon Bonaparte and the Battle of Marengo, a central event in the region's history.
Piedmontese sacred painting: Important works of sacred painting from the 16th and 17th centuries, including the fascinating polyptych of the Coronation of the Virgin by Gandolfino da Roreto.
The museum offers visitors the opportunity to delve into the rich history and culture of the region and to get a comprehensive overview of different epochs and forms of art.
