Art Detective

The exhibition project presents something never seen before educational and research pathway designed to transform the visitor experience into an exercise in pure visual discovery. The initiative draws its inspiration directly from the cognitive method of Federico Zeri, a celebrated historian and art critic, renowned for his extraordinary ability to spot hidden stylistic details and solve attribution puzzles. Through an engaging and dynamic approach, Visitors are invited to refine their glance as a genuine tool for scientific analysis, used to identify similarities, formal characteristics and expressive nuances present in the paintings.

The exhibition focuses on the collection of paintings housed at the’Carrara Academy by Bergamo, encouraging the public to engage in a mindful and close examination of the masterpieces on display in the gallery. Comparison exercises, visual clues and interactive activities stimulate the natural curiosity of adults and young people alike, revealing the secrets of the art expert’s craft. This multidisciplinary experience enhances the appreciation of the city’s historic collections, offering an original perspective that combines the rigour of scientific inquiry with the enjoyment of cultural exploration.