The Etruscans and the Netherlands: the Corazzi Bronzes at Fondazione

Exhibition: The Etruscans and the Netherlands. A/R of the Corazzi Bronzes

From April 1 to October 4, 2026, Fondazione Luigi Rovati in Milan presents the exhibition "The Etruscans and the Netherlands. A/R of the Corazzi Bronzes", temporarily bringing to Italy a selection of Etruscan bronzes from the Corazzi collection currently preserved in the Netherlands.

Location and practical info

The exhibition is installed in the Hypogeum level of the Fondazione Luigi Rovati Art Museum, Milan. The project is produced in partnership with national and international cultural institutions.

Highlights

• Boy with Goose: a votive bronze depicting a child holding a goose, bearing an inscription indicating its devotional purpose.
• Laran: a bronze figurine of the Etruscan war deity, dated circa 540–520 BCE, wearing armor and helmet.
• Griffin: a 4th-century BCE bronze with a dedicatory inscription to Tinia, symbolizing celestial power.
• Additional votive bronzes and cult objects illustrating religious practices and collecting trends between the 18th and 19th centuries.

Curatorial focus

The exhibition traces the history of antiquarian collecting and the movement of artworks across Europe, focusing on the Corazzi collection’s development from the 18th century onward. A selection of historical printed works accompanies the display, documenting scholarly reception and the study of the Cortona holdings.

Accessibility and services

• Italian Sign Language (LIS) video guide available through the Foundation’s app.
• Informative materials and a guided route tailored for visitors with neurodegenerative conditions, developed with local social-health partners.

Events program

The schedule features talks and seminars with curators and researchers. The opening program includes an event on April 1 at 3:00 PM with curatorial presentations and scientific commentaries.

Practical details

For opening hours, tickets and guided visits, please consult the Fondazione Luigi Rovati website or contact the museum ticket office. Advance booking is recommended for groups and special activities.