Villa Malgeri
An Art Nouveau villa constructed around 1913, featuring decorative period details throughout its façade and interior spaces.
At a glance
Villa Malgeri stands in the city center of Bova Marina, its main elevation facing Corso Umberto I. Built in the Art Nouveau style, it remains a private residence after multiple restoration campaigns.
History
The villa was constructed around 1913, during the height of Art Nouveau design across Europe. The building has undergone two significant restorations: one following World War II and another approximately ten years prior to the source documentation.
What you see
Art Nouveau ornamentation characterizes both the exterior and interior surfaces of the villa. The decorative vocabulary typical of the style—flowing lines, organic forms, and refined detailing—appears throughout the structure. The property includes a surrounding garden planted with century-old trees.
Cultural significance
Villa Malgeri exemplifies the Art Nouveau movement’s reach into provincial Italian towns during the early twentieth century. The villa’s preservation and restoration efforts reflect continued appreciation for early modern domestic architecture in Calabria.
Key facts
- Address: Corso Umberto I, 162, 89035 Bova Marina
- Coordinates: 37.9305°N, 15.9190°E
- Built: circa 1913
- Style: Art Nouveau
- Phone: 344 2004535
Practical information
Villa Malgeri is a private residence and not open to public visits. For inquiries, contact the municipality of Bova Marina using the phone number provided.
Getting there
The villa occupies a central location in Bova Marina on Corso Umberto I. Check the municipality website for information on local transport and visitor services.
Sources & resources
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