Museo dell'arciconfraternita dei Genovesi and its collection

The Museo dell'Arciconfraternita dei Genovesi is situated in the city of Cagliari, specifically in Via Gemelli. The museum is housed at the headquarters of the Arciconfraternita dei Santi Martiri Giorgio e Caterina dei Genovesi, which is adjacent to a church bearing the same name. The location of the museum is in the Monte Urpinu district of the city.

Historical and Artistic Collection of the Museum

The Museo dell'Arciconfraternita dei Genovesi is a repository of historical and artistic testimonies that are related to the Arciconfraternita dei Genovesi. This brotherhood was established in Cagliari towards the end of the 16th century and continues to exist today. The museum's collection provides a glimpse into the rich history and artistic heritage of this brotherhood.

Artifacts Housed on the Ground Floor of the Museum

The ground floor of the Museo dell'Arciconfraternita dei Genovesi is home to a variety of artifacts including paintings, sculptures, furnishings, and liturgical vestments. These items were previously kept at the ancient headquarters of the Arciconfraternita, the church of Santi Giorgio e Caterina. This church, located in Via Manno in the Marina district, was unfortunately destroyed by bombings on May 13, 1943.

Significant Paintings and Sculptures in the Museum

The museum's collection includes a number of significant paintings and sculptures. One of the notable sculptures is a work by the Ligurian artist Giuseppe Anfosso, who was a student of the Genoese Pasquale Navone. This work, which arrived from Genoa in 1792, is a polychrome wooden group that depicts the Martyrdom of Saint Catherine.

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Museo dell'arciconfraternita dei Genovesi
Via Francesco Gemelli 2
09129 Cagliari

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Opening hours

Monday
17:30 – 19:30
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday
17:30 – 19:30
Thursday Closed
Friday
17:30 – 19:30
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Admission

Normal rateFree

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Location & Map

Via Francesco Gemelli 2, Cagliari

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