Galleria d’Arte Cinquantasei
A contemporary art gallery devoted to recovering and exhibiting Bolognese painters and sculptors from the 19th and early 20th centuries, a pivotal era in the city’s artistic tradition.
At a glance
Founded in 1980 with artistic direction from Franco Solmi, then director of Bologna’s Museo d’Arte Moderna, the Galleria d’Arte Cinquantasei champions lesser-known figures from the great Bolognese School. The gallery operates as a research and exhibition space dedicated to artists spanning from Luigi Bertelli to Pompilio Mandelli.
History
The gallery was established in 1980 under the curatorial guidance of Franco Solmi. Its founding mission was to promote Bolognese artists of the 19th and early 20th centuries—a period of exceptional creativity in the city. Through exhibitions and scholarly publications, the gallery has successfully restored these important figures to national prominence.
What you see
The gallery is located on Via Mascarella, one of Bologna’s principal cultural streets. Its role as a contemporary exhibition space emphasizes the work of historical artists through carefully curated displays of paintings and sculpture from the Bolognese tradition.
Cultural significance
The Galleria d’Arte Cinquantasei plays a vital role in preserving knowledge of the Bolognese School, a tradition extending from the Renaissance through the modern era. By exhibiting and publishing works by artists such as Bertelli and Mandelli, the gallery counters historical oversights and reinforces Bologna’s identity as a center of artistic innovation.
Key facts
- Address: Via Mascarella, 59, 40126 Bologna
- Coordinates: 44.5005443, 11.3511658
- Phone: 051 250885
- Website: http://www.56artgallery.com/
- Founded: 1980
Practical information
Hours: Monday–Friday 9:30–13:00 and 15:30–19:00; Saturday 16:00–19:00; closed Sundays. Admission prices are not listed; check the official website or call ahead.
Getting there
The gallery is situated on Via Mascarella in central Bologna. Public transport and street parking are available in the surrounding area. For detailed directions and current information, contact the gallery by phone or visit the website.
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