Royal Ivories at the Archaeological Museum in Artimino
From June 15th to November 3rd, 2024, runs the exhibition "Royal ivories: the funerary set of the Etruscan tumulus of Montefortini" at Francesco Nicosia Archaeological Museum in Artimino. This event represents a unique opportunity to explore and understand the historical and artistic importance of ivory finds from one of the major sites of ancient Etruria.
The Etruscan tumulus of Montefortini, located in the floodplain of Tuscany in Comeana (PO), is famous for its royal funerary objects dating back to the Orientalizing period. This archaeological site has in fact provided a rich variety of precious finds, many of which are made of ivory, a valuable material for understanding the importance of the funerary site.
The exhibition focuses on the types of ivory finds discovered in the tumulus, highlighting their exceptional artistic quality and symbolic meaning. The ivories from Montefortini are made from exceptional craftsmanship, influenced by artistic traditions of the Near East and Ancient Greece, which highlight the cultural and commercial connections of the Etruscan people with Mediterranean civilizations.
Each artefact has undergone careful restoration and conservation processes to preserve their integrity and bring back to light their original beauty. Visitors will have the opportunity to admire these ancient masterpieces and to understand the historical and cultural context in which they were produced as well as to explore the museum's other collections, thus enriching their understanding of the Etruscan civilization and its artistic and cultural influences.
The exhibition "Royal Ivories: the funerary set of the Etruscan tumulus of Montefortini" is an unforgettable event and offers an exceptional experience to all those who wish to immerse themselves in the fascinating world of ancient Etruria and its ivory treasures. Book your visit to the Francesco Nicosia Archaeological Museum in Artimino now and prepare to discover the secrets of the royal ivories of Montefortini, evidence of a golden age of Etruscan civilization!
