GIORGIO DE CHIRICO. A Timeless World — Castello di Desenzano del Garda

On view until 4 October 2026, the Castello of Desenzano hosts the exhibition “Giorgio de Chirico. A Timeless World,” curated by Giordano Bruno Guerri. The show explores de Chirico's work and the artists who together helped redefine Italian art in the 20th century.

What to expect

The exhibition brings together about twenty works by Giorgio de Chirico from public museums and private collections, alongside archival sketches and portraits. Highlights include:

• preparatory sketches from the Vittoriale degli Italiani for Gabriele d'Annunzio's "La figlia di Iorio";
• original photographic portraits by Claudio Abate and Mario Dondero;
• a selection of paintings by Alberto Savinio, Filippo de Pisis, Mario Tozzi, Mario Sironi and other key Italian artists;
• documents illustrating exchanges between de Chirico and groups such as Valori plastici and Novecento.

Curatorial focus

The exhibition examines the so-called “Return to Order,” a phase when many artists reacted to early avant-gardes by seeking balance, classical references and formal clarity. The project is organised by Il Cigno Arte in collaboration with the Culture Office of the Municipality of Desenzano and contributes to the local cultural programme.

Practical information

• Address: Castello, via Castello 63, Desenzano del Garda (BS)
• Opening / Inauguration: Sunday 17 May 2026, 11:30
• Public opening: from Sunday 17 May 2026
• Closing: Sunday 4 October 2026
• Hours: Tue–Wed–Thu 9:30–12:30; Fri–Sat–Sun and holidays 9:30–18:30; closed on Mondays

Tickets and concessions

• Full price: €15.00
• Reduced: €7.00 — ages 11–17; over 65; groups of 15+; schools from outside Desenzano
• Free admission: residents of Desenzano del Garda; children up to 10 years; people with certified disabilities over 67% plus one companion; selected categories such as accredited guides and local school groups (conditions apply)

Contacts

Information and bookings: Culture Office tel. +39 030 9994161 — Castle +39 337 1425116
Email: [email protected] / [email protected]

Why visit: the exhibition offers a focused view on the influences and dialogues that shaped Italian 20th-century art, set within the evocative spaces of the Desenzano Castle on Lake Garda.