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Florence Museum Staff to Strike Over Contract Dispute

October 26, 2024October 26, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Staff at Florence’s Uffizi Gallery and other Tuscan museums have announced a strike set for 5th November, following unresolved issues over employment contracts.

Vittorio Sgarbi who may face trial over art forgery Merulana vía Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Sgarbi faces potential trial

October 25, 2024October 25, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Former culture undersecretary and noted art critic Vittorio Sgarbi faces a potential trial. It follows an investigation into a painting alleged to have been stolen, then altered to conceal its origins, as reported by il Fatto Quotidiano.

On this day in history: artist Umberto Boccioni born

October 20, 2024October 21, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Umberto Boccioni, one of the most influential artists of the early 20th century, was born on 20th October 1882. He was a driving force behind the Futurist movement.

Emily in Paris, in front of the Trevi Fountain. Credit: Giulia Parmigiani/Netflix - from X.com

‘Emily in Paris’ – or is that Rome?

October 13, 2024October 13, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

‘Emily in Paris’, the hugely popular Netflix show is also in Rome for season 5. The French President, light-heartedly presumably, asks for it to return to Paris.

On this day in history: ballerina Pierina Legnani born

September 30, 2024September 30, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Pierina Legnani, born on 30th September 1863, in Milan, is remembered as one of the most influential figures in ballet history. Her legacy as a prima ballerina assoluta – a rare title bestowed only on the most exceptional dancers – reflects her extraordinary talent, grace, and profound dedication to the art form.

Picasso painting discovered on Capri authenticated

September 30, 2024September 30, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

An alleged Pablo Picasso painting, discovered in a villa on the island of Capri 50 years ago, has now been confirmed as an authentic work, according to a report by Il Giorno on Monday.

Caffè Confetteria Abrate, Turin one of the locations taking part in the National Day of Historic Places

5th October: National Day of Historic Places

September 29, 2024September 29, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

On Saturday 5th October, Italy will once again celebrate the National Day of Historic Places with a series of special events, guided tours, and tastings across restaurants, hotels, and cafés that have played a vital role in shaping the country’s history and culture.

On this day in history: actor Marcello Mastroianni born

September 28, 2024September 28, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Born on 28th September, 1924, Marcello Mastroianni would go on to become one of the most celebrated actors in Italian cinema.

On this day in history: author Grazia Deledda born

September 27, 2024September 27, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Born on 27th September 1871 in the small town of Nuoro, Sardinia, Grazia Deledda became the first Italian woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature. Deledda’s works, rich in Sardinian culture and traditions, delve into the human condition, exploring themes of fate, guilt, and redemption that resonate far beyond her island home.

Maura Delpero director of Vermiglio recieveing the Silver Lion in Venice. Credit: Vittorio Zunino Celotto/Getty Images

Vermiglio selected for Italy’s submission to Oscars

September 24, 2024September 24, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy has selected Vermiglio by Maura Delpero as its official submission for Best International Feature at the 2025 Oscars, the Italian selection committee announced on Tuesday.