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SUMMARY:The Carillon Collection of Enrico Salierno
DESCRIPTION:The second floor of Villa Fiorentino houses a permanent exhibition of music boxes donated to the city of Sorrento by cabinetmaker Enrico Salierno. \nThe latter\, a native of the historic center of Sorrento\, found his fortune in America with the art of Sorrentine marquetry. \nBetween the 1960s and 1970s he opened a workshop in Los Angeles in which he devoted himself to the import and export of typical Sorrento artifacts (caskets\, paintings\, game tables etc.) on which various inlaid works were applied\, the artistic and manual expression of the local craft tradition. Also included in the manufacturing process was the assembly of music boxes. \nFrom year to year the cabinetmaker\, in the company of his wife\, would return here to Sorrento to reunite with his family and friends\, but above all to prepare orders to be sent to his workshop in the US. \nHaving come to the end of his professional cycle\, Enrico Salierno\, as a sign of gratitude to his native land and its craftsmen\, decided to donate to the city of Sorrento a part of his patrimony that best represented “his” world of origin: a very rare and valuable collection of music boxes\, collected during his years of activity\, mounted on fine furniture of both Sorrento and international origin. \nSubsequent to Enrico’s death\, thanks to the invaluable collaboration of his wife and fraternal friend Mario Cimmino\, as well as the Sorrento Foundation and the Sorrento Inlay Craftsmen’s Union\, it was possible to conclude all the complex bureaucratic and transportation procedures for the artifacts from Los Angeles to Sorrento. \nAll that was needed was a stable location where all these works could be kept on display: what better place than Villa Fiorentino? \nThe Sorrento Foundation\, therefore\, is proud to dedicate this entire space to the Salierno Collection on the second floor of the villa. \nThe room is entitled “Enrico Salierno\, artisan of Sorrento”. \n  \nPart of the Salierno collection\nDetail of the cylinder a music box\nDetail of a music box mounted on a cabinet\nSome of the music boxes donated by Enrico Salierno\nSorrentine Craft Tradition meets the art of music boxes\n  \nAccess to the exhibition is included in the cost of the Villa Fiorentino ticket.
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SUMMARY:The Art of Sorrento Inlay: Permanent Exhibition at Villa Fiorentino
DESCRIPTION:Inside Villa Fiorentino\, the historic residence in the heart of Sorrento and home to the Fondazione Sorrento\, visitors can enjoy a permanent exhibition dedicated to Sorrento wood inlay\, one of the finest examples of Italian craftsmanship. \nThis permanent exhibition was created to promote and preserve this centuries-old artistic tradition\, which made Sorrento famous worldwide for the skills of its woodworkers. \nThe project was strongly supported by President Gianluigi Aponte and Managing Director Mario Gargiulo\, and realized in collaboration with the Sorrento Inlay Craftsmen Association\, responsible for the setup. \n“The Art of Sorrento Inlay” permanent exhibition guides visitors through the intricate process of inlay work\, which involves combining thin veneers of wood in various colors with precious materials like mother-of-pearl\, ivory\, and metals. \nThen\, the result is a refined mosaic of wood\, forming intricate images and elegant decorative patterns. \nSorrento’s inlay tradition flourished during the 19th and early 20th centuries\, especially during the Grand Tour era\, when artists and intellectuals from all over Europe visited the Sorrento Peninsula. \nThe foundation of the School for the Inlay and Carving Industry in 1886 played a key role in consolidating this art on an international level. \nThe exhibition includes unique pieces such as furniture\, boxes\, panels\, and decorative objects that testify to the beauty and precision of Sorrento’s inlay. \nToday\, although fewer artisans remain\, they are focused on producing high-quality items that keep this remarkable tradition alive. \nUseful Info\nLocation: Villa Fiorentino – Corso Italia\, 53 – Sorrento (NA)Opening hours: \nMonday – Friday from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM; \nSaturday and Sunday from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM \nFree admission \n Info: +39 081 878 2284 – info@fondazionesorrento.com
URL:https://fondazionesorrento.com/event/art-sorrento-inlay-permanent-exhibition-villa-fiorentino/
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SUMMARY:Turning to the Light: the international exhibition at Villa Fiorentino in Sorrento
DESCRIPTION:From 15 May to 14 June 2026\, the spaces of Villa Fiorentino will host Turning to the Light\, an international collective exhibition included in the Sorrento Contemporary Art format. \nThe exhibition brings together artists from different cultural contexts\, giving life to an artistic journey focused on the theme of light as an expressive\, symbolic and narrative element\, capable of guiding the viewer in an immersive experience between works\, installations and performative moments. \nAn international exhibition of contemporary art and experimentation\n“Turning to the Light” was born from a shared research between international artists\, united by the use of light as a founding element of their artistic language. \nThe title itself recalls a dynamic gesture: turning towards the light\, an action that implies movement\, research and transformation. In this context\, light becomes not only a visual element\, but also a symbol of orientation\, identity and connection. \nThe project develops within a global dimension\, in which art responds to a contemporary condition often characterized by uncertainty and change\, proposing new possible directions. \nThe dialogue with Paul Klee \nAn important reference of the exhibition is the work of Paul Klee\, in particular the work Hauptweg und Nebenwege. \nThe artists involved are inspired by the visual and conceptual rhythm of the work\, suggesting an idea of ​​a path made up of main and secondary roads\, a metaphor for the choices and possibilities that art is able to indicate. \nThis dialogue with the history of art enriches the project\, creating a bridge between the past and the contemporary \nThe light as an artistic language\nThe central element of the exhibition is light\, understood as a truly autonomous artistic medium. \nDuring the twentieth century\, light took on an increasingly important role in contemporary art\, becoming a tool for experimentation and research. In “Turning to the Light”\, it takes on multiple forms: \n\nlight installations\nsite-specific works\nperformative interventions\ndirect interactions with the public\n\nEach artist interprets light in a personal way\, helping to create a dynamic and continually transforming exhibition itinerary. \nAn immersive experience at Villa Fiorentino\nThe exhibition takes place in the rooms of Villa Fiorentino\, one of the most important cultural locations in Sorrento. \nLocated in the heart of the historic center\, a few steps from Piazza Tasso\, the villa becomes an integral part of the exhibition project. \nThe works are designed to dialogue with the environments of the structure\, transforming the spaces through site-specific interventions and creating a direct relationship between art\, architecture and visitor. \nInformation about the exhibition\n\nTitle: Turning to the Light\nDate: 15 maggio – 14 giugno 2026\nLocation: Villa Fiorentino in Sorrento\n\nFAQ: Turning to the Light Sorrento 2026\n  \nWhen does the Turning to the Light exhibition take place in Sorrento?\nFrom May 15th to June 14th 2026. \nWhere is the exhibition held?\nThe exhibition takes place at Villa Fiorentino\, in the center of Sorrento. \nWhat kind of exhibition is Turning to the Light?\nIt is an international collective exhibition of contemporary art focused on the theme of light. \nWhat is the main theme of the exhibition?\nLight as an artistic\, symbolic and narrative element\, interpreted by various contemporary artists. \nIs the exhibition suitable for tourists?\nYes\, it is a cultural event open to all\, ideal for those visiting Sorrento in the spring.
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