Solo show
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Bernini - Painter and Sculptor
2 Dec 2026 — 4 Apr 2027 at Kunsthistorisches Museum
· Vienna
This exhibition shines a light on Gian Lorenzo Bernini (1598-1680), one of the most towering figures of the Italian Baroque, revealing a side of his talent that is often overshadowed by his monumental sculptures and architectural achievements.
While Bernini is universally acclaimed for works such as the Ecstasy of Saint Teresa and the colonnades of St. Peter's Square, this show brings his lesser-known painted works into dialogue with his sculpture, offering visitors a rare and enriching perspective on the full range of his creative vision.
Together, the works on display demonstrate how Bernini's mastery of light, emotion, and form translated across different media, affirming his status as one of the most versatile and influential artists of the seventeenth century.
While Bernini is universally acclaimed for works such as the Ecstasy of Saint Teresa and the colonnades of St. Peter's Square, this show brings his lesser-known painted works into dialogue with his sculpture, offering visitors a rare and enriching perspective on the full range of his creative vision.
Together, the works on display demonstrate how Bernini's mastery of light, emotion, and form translated across different media, affirming his status as one of the most versatile and influential artists of the seventeenth century.
About the venue
Kunsthistorisches Museum
· Vienna
The Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien is an art museum in Vienna, Austria. Housed in its festive palatial building on the Vienna Ring Road, it is crowned with an octagonal dome. The term Kunsthistorisches Museum applies to both the institution and the main building. It is the largest art museum in the…
