Mario Ferretti and his own 1900s

by Michele Pierleoni©(translation from Italian into English by Giancarlo Urselli) Leghorn is notoriously a city where painters have blossomed, a testament being the many exhibitions of local painters – from Giovanni Fattori (1825-1908) through generations of artists constituting an extraordinary wave of pictorial experimentation focused on Tuscan shrubland landscapes. However, it would be unjust –and …

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Homosexuality in Italy at Ferretti’s time

The history of homosexuality in Italy from 1915 to 1990 is marked by significant social, cultural, and legal changes.The period saw the foundation of the Italian gay rights movement and the first steps towards broader societal recognition and acceptance. Early 20th Century (1915-1945)    – During World War I, homosexuality was largely taboo and rarely discussed …

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Exhibition: Celebrating Mario Ferretti: An Artistic Restlessness of the 20th Century

The Consulate of San Marino in London is delighted to announce a forthcoming exhibition dedicated to the illustrious Livornese artist, Mario Ferretti. Titled “Mario Ferretti: An Artistic Restlessness of the 20th Century,” this exhibition is set to captivate art enthusiasts and the general public alike, offering a profound insight into the creative genius of Ferretti, …

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