Cardelli e Fontana arte contemporanea

Sarzana, Liguria · Founded 1980

A contemporary art gallery in Sarzana dedicated to supporting artists through exhibitions, museum placements, and art fair participation.

At a glance

Cardelli e Fontana arte contemporanea is a contemporary art gallery established in 1980 by Cesare Cardelli and Francesca Fontana in Sarzana, La Spezia. The gallery now operates under the leadership of Massimo Biava and Alessia Cardelli, maintaining its commitment to direct representation of artists and their promotion across multiple platforms.

History

Founded in 1980 by Cesare Cardelli and Francesca Fontana, the gallery developed as a dedicated space for contemporary art in Sarzana. Over time, the team expanded to include Massimo Biava and Alessia Cardelli, strengthening the gallery’s curatorial and operational capacity.

What you see

The gallery occupies a dedicated exhibition space designed to present contemporary artworks. Its location on Via Torrione Stella Nord provides access to Sarzana’s cultural district.

Cultural significance

The gallery plays an important role in Sarzana’s contemporary art landscape, fostering relationships between artists and audiences through curated exhibitions and strategic placements in institutional and public venues. Its participation in art fairs extends the reach of represented artists beyond the local community.

Key facts

Address: Via Torrione Stella Nord, 5, 19038 Sarzana
Phone: +39 0187 626374
Website: cardelliefontana.com
Coordinates: 44.113541, 9.959385

Practical information

Opening hours:

Monday: 4:30 PM–7:30 PM
Tuesday–Saturday: 9:30 AM–12:30 PM, 4:30 PM–7:30 PM
Sunday: Closed

Contact the gallery directly for information about current exhibitions and art fair schedules.

Getting there

The gallery is located in central Sarzana on Via Torrione Stella Nord. The town is accessible by train via La Spezia–Sarzana railway line. By car, Sarzana lies on the A12 motorway corridor between Genoa and Tuscany.

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