Antonello da Messina's Ecce Homo on View in Rome: Free Exhibition at

Antonello da Messina's Ecce Homo on display in Rome

From 27 March to 7 April 2026, a small panel attributed to Antonello da Messina is open to the public in the Sala Capitolare of the Senate Library at Palazzo della Minerva, Rome. Admission is free and no reservation is needed.

The panel, measuring approximately 20.3 × 14.9 cm, is notable for its intimate scale and strong devotional character, showing visible wear consistent with personal religious use.

Practical information

• Dates: 27 March – 7 April 2026
• Venue: Sala Capitolare, Senate Library, Palazzo della Minerva, Rome
• Admission: free, no reservation required
• Opening hours: Mon–Fri 10:00–20:00; Sat 28 and Sun 29 March until 18:00; during the Easter long weekend (4–6 April) reduced hours 10:00–18:00
• Last entry: allowed up to 15 minutes before closing

The exhibition's catalogue notes that the panel's small size and signs of wear suggest it was used in private devotion—likely carried and venerated as part of individual prayer and meditative practice, in the spirit of the devotio moderna.

Visitor tips and next steps

After the Rome showing, the panel will travel to its permanent museum destination. Visitors are advised to check opening times for weekends and plan extra time for entry procedures at the venue. Free admission makes the display particularly accessible, but popular time slots may be crowded.

For additional logistical details (accessibility, public transport options, possible closures) consult the venue's official communication channels before your visit.