The Andy Warhol: Universo Warhol exhibition in Rome
The monographic exhibition dedicated to artist Andy Warhol, entitled Andy Warhol: Universo Warhol is at Museo della Fanteria in Rome until March 17, 2024.
Andy Warhol was an all-round artist, certainly one of the most important artistic influences of the twentieth century as well as one of the symbols of the iconic Pop Art.
The exhibition, with more than 250 artworks, offers a total immersion in Warhol’s artistic career, achieved thanks to the precious private collections that jealously guard the artist’s infinite universe.
It is a true journey into Warhol’s world, where you can discover his recurring themes, such as celebrity, consumerism, and mass culture.
The exhibition has been set up with attention to the smallest details, especially for the setting and lighting, in order to create an evocative and engaging atmosphere. Visitors can completely immerse themselves in Warhol’s universe and be enchanted by his artworks and his unique vision of art.
Itinerary for the Andy Warhol exhibition in Rome
The exhibition is organized into thematic and chronological sectors, exploring the various expressive and professional roles that Warhol took on over time.
Sculptures, paintings, photographs, videos, and memorabilia are on display, from his arrival in New York in 1949 to 1987, the year of his premature death.
We start from the 40s and 50s with an illustrator Warhol with portraits of the famous Rock Stars of the time, then moving on to the over 70 serigraphs, of which 24 After Andy Warhol: the serial Campbell’s Soup, Marilyn Monroe (with a collage of 12, 1985, Sonnabend Collection).
In the museum there is a section dedicated to photography. This section displays the famous polaroids portraying celebrities. There are also commercial posters, Rosenthal porcelain painted in gold and signed by Warhol.
The exhibition is curated by Achille Bonito Oliva and Vincenzo Sanfo, while Red Ronnie was entrusted with the curatorship of the musical section, which highlights Warhol’s art dedicated to vinyl covers; just think of Sticky Fingers by Rolling Stones, or the debut album by Velvet Underground & Nico, up to Made in Italy by Loredana Berté, the only Italian artist able to boast such recognition.
Tickets and exhibition times
The cost of a full-price ticket is €15.00 with the following types of discounts: weekends and holidays €13.00. Full-price weekdays €10.00. Discounted ticket: Youth up to 14 years old, Journalists and university students concession tickets €8.00.
The exhibition is open every day Monday through Friday: from 9.30 am to 7.30 pm. Saturday, Sunday, and holidays: from 9.30 am to 8.30 pm.
How to reach the exhibition
The exhibition is in Museo della Fanteria, in Piazza Santa Croce in Gerusalemme, 9, near Piazza di Porta Maggiore.
From the FH55 Grand Hotel Palatino you can reach the exhibition in just 10/15 minutes by car or public transport. The closest subway to the exhibition is the Manzoni stop.
The Universo Warhol exhibition in Rome promises to be a must-see event for all art and culture lovers.
An opportunity to immerse yourself in the creative universe of one of the greatest artists of the twentieth century and be fascinated by his genius and his ability to capture the essence of modern society.
All you have to do is mark the date on your calendar and prepare for an unforgettable experience.
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