Tag: museums

  • “Crazy” at Chiostro del Bramante

    “Crazy” at Chiostro del Bramante

    “Crazy: La follia nell’arte contemporanea,” Chiostro del Bramante’s newest exhibition- curated by Danilo Eccher- is a sensory whirlwind packed into 21 acts. It’s flashing lights and broken glass and fur lined walls, not to mention at least a few rainbows. The works are overwhelmingly, dare I say, “fun”? This comes as no surprise at this…

  • A look inside Galleria Spada

    A look inside Galleria Spada

    Off the typical tourist path, Galleria Spada is a gem of a museum in a tiny package. With masterpieces from the 16th and 17th century, ancient marbles scattered throughout, and an optical illusion created by Borromini, Galleria Spada is a worthwhile stop in Rome.   The palazzo was originally built in 1540 for Cardinal Girolamo…