Dante Ferretti. Through My Eyes: exhibition at Musei di San Salvatore

Dante Ferretti. Through My Eyes

Venue: Musei di San Salvatore in Lauro, Rome. Dates: 17 April – 19 July 2026.

This exhibition explores the artistic journey of Dante Ferretti, one of Italy's most celebrated production designers. Using the museum's cloister and gallery spaces, the show brings together original sketches, painted studies, scale models and archival items to illustrate the interplay between visual art and cinema.

• Highlights: chalk and charcoal sketches, models, original posters and archival documentation.
• Works documenting collaborations with international and Italian directors, including projects with Martin Scorsese, Tim Burton and Federico Fellini.
• Notable exhibits: the sketch for the airplane in The Aviator, the study for the clock in Hugo Cabret, and the original Oscar envelope from 2012.
• A filmed interview with Ferretti and preparatory materials that shed light on his working methods.

Curated by Raffaele Curi and organized by Il Cigno Arte with Vertigo Syndrome, the exhibition expands on a recent presentation and features around forty works including preparatory studies and archival pieces. It highlights both Ferretti's Hollywood achievements and his ties to Italian cinema, making it relevant for visitors interested in set design, archival practice and creative process.

The show also notes Ferretti's three Academy Awards and his current role as artistic director for the Museo del Mare project linked to Ancona as Capital of Culture 2028.

Visitor information: recommended for film enthusiasts, scenography students and design professionals. Check the museum's official schedule for hours and guided-tour options.