Exhibition"Light of Italy"

Mostra Luce d'Italia - anno 2007

The event of international importance is characterized by a series of special features. In fact, it not only turns the spotlight on the ideal of an artist who works intensely lived experience of the Posillipo school, but places them in the "frame" which is special to the 'fact Sorrento. Right here Shchedrin long-lived, he found inspiration for some of his masterpieces, he matured as a man and artist, and ended his life. Hosting the exhibition center of Villa Fiorentino multiespressivo demonstrations of his art talent was appreciated as his paintings back to their origins. 'S installation of the exhibition "Light of Italy", in each case, there is only this. Through it the public can admire about 100 paintings made by the great Russian master and his contemporaries from other Russian artists.
These can be enjoyed, for example, those of Ivan Aivazovskij, Alexander Briullov, Orest Kiprenskij and many more. Also among the masterpieces that characterize and make it unique exposure Sorrento, also includes about 45 graphic works (watercolors, drawings, etc..) Collected for the first time, in an organic way to offer its visitors the chance to dive at a time Gold Coast of Sorrento-Amalfi and Naples, that of the great travelers. The initiative also renewing old ties between Italy - and in particular the Land of the Sirens - and Russia. This also in view of the fact that, in past centuries, the town of Sorrento was also chosen by the Russian nobility for long voyages. Exiles, including Maxim Gorky chose Sorrento, Capri and Naples as their residence. Er with him, other superb expressions of Russian culture, such as: Batyushkov, Orlov, Vladimir Yakovlev, Dmitry Merezhkovsky, Leo Tolstoy, Vladimir Lidin, Vladislav Khodasevich, Anastasia Tsvetaeva, Isaak Babel.Orari Hours: 9:00 to 13:00
- 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Admission: 5 Euros

See also: In the footsteps of famous Russians from Naples to Salerno

THE "LIGHT OF ITALY": IMPRESSIONS AND COMMENTS Refined

-shows. They breathe the atmosphere of a superb and refined dreamy romantic intimacy.
-Very interesting and moving to an old Neapolitan, comparisons of Naples as it was and is. But they are all delicious paintings, watercolors, the extraordinary "pencils", all beautifully preserved by the Russians!
-Exposition très attractive pour les touristes here connaissent la region. Très bonne quality évocateur et de l'epoque style.
This was a story-That Was Completely new for us. It is a fascinating exhibition. The effect on the Russian artists of Italy is an amazing phenomenon. A really unique experience. Israel
-Look on the unusual and rigorous articulation of cultures, landscapes and tourist imagery. Commendable and successful initiative.
-The exhibition is accurate and very pleasant and very polite hostess.
-Simply the works are alive. I was excited about the ability to capture nature in all its glory and simplicity.
-Vertoonstellung prachtig, the die was wooved.
althoug I have seen many paintings in many exhibitions, i had no idea That HAD Shchedrin and His school produced this outstanding work. I offer all my thanks to the Villa Florence for this wonderful show.
-Absolutely beautiful paintings of Italian landscapes, scenes of moonlight, very lovely portrait expressive use of color and light.
-In an 'age of reality TV, now a cultural import. I recreated the spirit.
-dreaming ... I got off "on the porch" ... to "Naples in the Moonlight" ... and your guitar in the background ... moments of poetry ... for you ...
Most Fascinating-and a pleasant surprise expected , marvelous. Guides were very helpful. Thank you! Thanks! When
-fiction than reality, this is Shchedrin!
-Very interesting exhibition of local landscapes. It is an important reflection of the landscape of 200 Years Ago. Also The Villa is very beautiful in the classical style.
-We loved Bryullov watercolors. He is an artist Previously Heard We had not, I know this was a wonderful surprise.
Wunderschöne-Bilder, die kurze Zeit für uns für 180 Jahre haben zurückversetzt.
If art-copy nature, Sorrento is art!
-The show is very beautiful! Enhance this artist. We thank the staff for the courteous kindness illustrations.
-Wonderful show, wonderful organization and hospitality with its detailed explanations.