Collections
Last update 27 July 2023
Medieval frecoesIn room 6, on the ground floor there are late medieval frescoes belonging to churches from Piacenza and places of worship nearby. |
Archaeological MuseumThree sections are open: The birth of the Museum of Piacenza between antiques and Archaeology, The first stone, From fire to metal. |
ArmsOn the ground floor it is possible to see the ancient arms collection, about four hundred specimens gathered by the count from Piacenza Antonio Parma. |
CarriagesThe carriage museum is one of the most important in Italy, for the variety, excellent conditions and richness of the pieces available. |
Farnese’s SplendoursFasti farnesiani - The term ‘Fasti’ refers to a series of self-celebratory paintings celebrating the fame of the Farnese dynasty |
Art galleryThe paintings displayed in the art gallery besides dating back to a wide time span (XIV - XIX), have different origins. |
The RisorgimentoOccupying four large halls, it gathers documents, pictures, heirlooms and arms dating back to the years 1848-’49 and 1859-‘61 |
SculptureThe sculptures collection constitutes a fundamental source to understand Piacenza’s figurative culture in the 12th and 13th century |
Glass and CeramicMuseo Civico of Palazzo Farnese owns a valuable ceramic and stone collection, gathered thanks to the donations of private collectors. |