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The exhibition Bernini e i Barberini at Palazzo Barberini tells the story of the extraordinary bond between Gian Lorenzo Bernini and his most important patron, Pope Urban VIII. This artistic, political and personal relationship profoundly shaped the emergence of the Roman Baroque.
Through more than 70 works, including sculptures, paintings, drawings and archival materials, the exhibition traces Bernini’s rise as a total artist, capable of transforming Rome into a grand artistic stage. The exhibition highlights the decisive role played by the Barberini family in recognising and supporting the young artist’s talent, thereby forging one of the most influential partnerships in the history of art.
The exhibition offers a new perspective on the evolution of the Baroque aesthetic and the interplay between art, power and spirituality in 17th-century Rome.
It is an immersive journey that brings to life the full creative power of Bernini and the pivotal role played by his Barberini patrons in shaping his greatness.
For more details, please visit the official website.
Via delle Quattro Fontane, 13, 00186 Roma RM, Italia
