A leading Bologna art gallery specializing in the discovery, exhibition, and acquisition of paintings from the Renaissance to the eighteenth century, alongside carefully selected period furnishings and decorative objects.
At a glance
Fondantico – Arte Più operates as both an active art gallery and an event venue, organizing exhibitions of authenticated historical paintings and hosting cultural gatherings. The gallery sources works internationally, presenting previously unknown paintings alongside established attributions to Bologna’s discerning audiences.
History
Founded in 1991, Fondantico – Arte Più emerged from a passion for culture and artistic promotion. The gallery established itself in the prestigious Galleria Cavour, one of Bologna’s most recognized locations, where it has built three decades of expertise in organizing exhibitions and cultural events.
What you see
The gallery houses paintings spanning the fifteenth to eighteenth centuries, selected through rigorous international research. Visitors encounter authentic works of secure attribution alongside period furniture and decorative arts from the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries—each piece presented to invite critical engagement and genuine discovery.
Cultural significance
Fondantico – Arte Più contributes to Bologna’s art market and scholarly discourse through exhibitions that spark informed debate. The gallery’s commitment to authentication and curation—combined with its role as a cultural events venue—positions it as an influential presence in the city’s contemporary engagement with historical art and design.
Key facts
- Founded 1991
- Address: Via Dè Pepoli, 6/E, 40125 Bologna
- Coordinates: 44.491948, 11.3468892
- Phone: +39 051 265980
- Website: https://www.fondantico.org/
Practical information
Monday–Saturday: 10:00–13:00, 16:00–19:00. Closed Sundays. The gallery offers free valuations of paintings and period furniture, and accepts inquiries regarding exhibitions and acquisitions through its website contact form.
Getting there
Fondantico – Arte Più is located in central Bologna at Via Dè Pepoli, 6/E. Visit the official website or telephone for directions and current exhibition details.
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