San Matteo Diocesan Museum - Salerno (SA) - Campania
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It houses priceless works including medieval ivories inspired by the Old and New Testaments. It is located in the palace of the archiepiscopal seminary which was previously the last seat of the Salerno medical school and is an important point of reference for the knowledge of the history and culture of Campania from the Middle Ages to the 18th century... #tuttitaly
The Diocesan Museum of Salerno is a true treasure trove of precious artworks spanning different historical periods, from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. Located in the structure of the Diocesan Seminary, the Museum represents an important cultural hub of the city and the province.
The exhibited works include a vast collection of ivory pieces from Salerno, including 67 carved ivory plaques depicting scenes from the Old and New Testament dating back to the first half of the 12th century.
In addition to these, the Museum boasts a wooden Cross attributed to Tondino del Guerrino, a Pietà from the 14th century, and works from the Caravaggesque school donated to the Cathedral of Salerno in 1870.
The Museum also displays ancient coins from Magna Graecia, the Roman Republic, and the Roman Empire, along with archaeological artifacts from the Roman and early Middle Ages.
The Museum's collection also includes paintings on panel and canvas from the 14th to the 20th century, illuminated manuscripts from the 11th century, parchments, 16th and 17th century publications, as well as works of goldsmithing and lapidary artifacts.
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