Felice Casorati: The Return to Milan with a Major Retrospective

Felice Casorati: The Return to Milan with a Major Retrospective

After more than thirty years, Felice Casorati returns to the spotlight in Milan with an anthological exhibition at Palazzo Reale, open from February 15 to June 29, 2025. The exhibition showcases the originality and versatility of one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, retracing the different phases of his career

The exhibition features around one hundred works, including paintings, sculptures, drawings, and graphic works, sourced from prestigious private and museum collections, with a significant contribution from the Galleria Civica d’Arte Moderna e Contemporanea in Turin. Thanks to the collaboration with the Felice Casorati Archive, fundamental works have been included, along with engravings, furnishings, and documents that enrich the exhibition path.

The show highlights not only Casorati’s pictorial mastery but also his versatility in other artistic disciplines, such as sculpture, graphics, and music, a field in which he distinguished himself as a set and costume designer. This multidisciplinary approach provides visitors with a comprehensive view of the artist’s talent and creativity.The exhibition also underscores the historical connection between Casorati and the city of Milan, which the artist considered strategic for the Italian artistic scene. Thirty-five years after the memorable 1990 retrospective, Palazzo Reale renews its tribute to this 20th-century master, offering the public the opportunity to rediscover his work in all its richness.The exhibition is a unique opportunity to delve into not only his pictorial style—characterized by a fusion of classicism and modernity—but also his innovative approach to composition and color usage. The exhibition path unfolds through various thematic sections, allowing visitors to understand the evolution of his artistic language and the depth of his inspirations, which range from metaphysical influences to symbolist sensibilities.

Thanks to meticulous curation and a selection of works spanning his entire career, the exhibition offers a total immersion into Casorati’s world, conveying the intensity and expressive power of one of the most significant artists in the Italian art scene.