Milan Collection

Maria Callas in Dior
Maria Callas (1923-1977), American opera singer of Greek parentage pictured in the sitting room of her Milan home wearing a Christian Dior evening gown in floral print. Date: 1958

FARUFFINI, Federico (1831-1879). The Reader. 1864-1865. Oil on canvas. ITALY. Milan. Galleria d Arte Moderna (Gallery of Modern Art)

PELLIZZA DA VOLPEDO, Giuseppe (1868-1901). The

Poster, Iso Scooter, 150cc, design by F Mosca. circa 1959

Map of Italy and the Mediterranean made out of ceramic tiles on a street in Seville, Spain

Red kite, Milvus milvus. Handcoloured engraving by Fournier after an illustration by Edouard Travies from Charles d Orbignys Dictionnaire Universel d Histoire Naturelle (Dictionary of Natural History)

The shopping arcades and the glass dome of the historical Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, Milan, Lombardy, Italy, Europe

Cheese and salamis at Papiniano market, Milan, Lombardy, Italy, Europe

MANTEGNA, Andrea (1431-1506). The Lamentation over the Dead Christ. ca. 1490. Renaissance art. Quattrocento. Tempera. ITALY. Milan. Pinacotheca of Brera

CARAVAGGIO, Michelangelo Merisi da (1573-1610). Supper at Emmaus. 1606. Baroque art. Oil on canvas. ITALY. Milan. Pinacotheca of Brera

ERNEST HEMINGWAY (1899-1961). American writer. As a soldier in World War I, Milan, Italy, photographed 1918

Sophie Blanchard in balloon ascent, Milan
Sophie Blanchard (1778-1819), famous French aeronaut, in a night-time balloon ascent performed in Milan, Italy, in the presence of Napoleon, to mark his 42nd birthday. 15 August 1811

The fourth state, work by Giuseppe Pelliza da Volpedo

Milan Cathedral (Duomo), Milan, Lombardia, Italy, Europe

PELLIZZA DA VOLPEDO, Giuseppe (1868-1901). The Fourth Estate. 1901. Central detail. Naturalism. Oil on canvas. ITALY. Milan. Pinacotheca of Brera

Verdi / Rigoletto / Liebig2
La Scala, Milano, and a scene from the opera which was actually first performed at La Fenice, Venezia

Milan, Lombardy, Italy, Europe

Europe at night, satellite image. North is towards top left. Yellow lights mark the major cities. The Mediterranean coast is densely populated, as is the mainland of Britain

La Scala, Milan, Lombardy, Italy, Europe

Italy, Lombardy, Milan, Piazza del Duomo, Duomo, cathedral, dawn

Puccini Mascagni Franche
GIACOMO PUCCINI with Mascagni (left) and Franchetti (centre) at Milan in 1893

ERNEST HEMINGWAY (1899-1961). American writer. Photographed at the American Red Cross Hospital, Milan, in 1918

Couple driving in Milan, Italy, on a scooter

Crucifix in Santa Maria delle Grazies Basilica, Milan, Lombardy, Italy, Europe

Historic Pasticceria Marchesi, Since 1824, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, Milan, Lombardy, Italy

Geological map of the European Alps, lithograph, published in 1897
Geological map of the European Alps. Lithograph, published in 1897

MILAN: LA SCALA, 1866. View of the interior of the Teatro alla Scala from the stage, Milan, Italy. Engraving, 1866

Milan Cathedral, Milan, Italy
Milan Cathedral (Duomo di Milano) is the cathedral church of Milan, Italy. The Gothic cathedral took nearly six centuries to complete

Lambretta 50. 1966

Italy, Lombardy, Milan, Velasca Tower (1951, BPR Studio), historic skyscraper of Milan icon of the Brutalist Architectonic movement

Italy, Lombardy, Milan, Teatro alla Scala, La Scala Opera House, evening

Saint Cassian of Imola. Creator: Aspertini, Amico (1474-1552)
Saint Cassian of Imola. Found in the Collection of Pinacoteca di Brera, Milan

Antquie Map of Italy
Vintage map of Italy from 1815

The jagged mountains in Catalonia with Cable Car (Aeri de Montserrat), Spain, showing the Benedictine Abbey at Montserrat, Santa Maria de Montserrat, near Barcelona

Battle of Waterloo (18th June 1815). Napoleon s
" Battle of Waterloo (18th June 1815). Napoleons flight. Litography. ITALY. Milan. Civica Raccolta delle Stampe " Achille Bertarelli" (Achille Bertarelli collection of prints)."

1st International Aircraft Exhibition Poster, 12-28th October 1935 Milan Sample Fair. Showing a group of eagles watching a plane speeding past. 1935

Sketch for the Last Supper
Preparatory sketch in red chalk by Leonardo da Vinci for his fresco of The Last Supper. This is one of a number of compositional sketches he made in preparation for the fresco he was to paint

Italian fashion in the 1580s
Clothing of Italian ladies from Venice, Milan, and Florence, 1580s. Antique hand-colored woodcut

Eicma Motorcycle Exhibiton 2008 Ducati 1198

Constantine the Great. Roman Emperor from 306-337. Constanti
Constantine the Great (Flavius Valerius Aurelius Constantinus Augustus) (272-337). Roman Emperor from 306-337. Know for being the first roman emperor to convert to christianity

Leonardesque model. Trench-digging machine. Model. Technolog
Leonardesque model. Trench-digging machine. Drawing of a digger for excavating trenches or channels. Manuscript L, sheet 76v, 1497-1502. Model. The science and Technology Museum Leonardo da Vinci

Italy. Milan. La Scala by night. Opera house. Inagurated in 1778. Built by Giuseppe Piermarini (1734-1808)

Clarinet. ITALY. LOMBARDY. Milan. Museum of Musical Instruments

Italy, Lombardy, Milan, building sculpture, Piazza Cavour

Milan. The Cathedral (colour litho)
3105258 Milan. The Cathedral (colour litho) by Collins, William Wiehe (1862-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Milan. The Cathedral)

Man and woman of the Mani or Maina peninsula, Greece. Illustration from Francois Pouquevilles Travels through More, Albania and several other parts of the Ottoman Empire, 1805

Italy, Lombardy, Milan, close up of "Madonnina"
Italy, Lombardy, Milan, close up of " Madonnina" the golden plated statue of the Virgin on top of the Cathedral

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"Captivating Milan: A Melange of Art, Culture, and History" Milan, a city that exudes timeless elegance and artistic grandeur, has been the muse for countless masterpieces. From Maria Callas in her resplendent Dior gown captivating audiences with her enchanting voice to PELLIZZA DA VOLPEDO's evocative artwork like "The Reader, " a haven for art enthusiasts. Step into the vibrant streets adorned with posters showcasing iconic symbols like the Iso Scooter or Verdi's opera Rigoletto immortalized by Liebig2. Wander through the charming alleys where a map of Italy and the Mediterranean crafted from ceramic tiles in Seville pays homage to Milan's historical significance. Nature too finds its place amidst this urban tapestry; witness the majestic red kite soaring gracefully above Milan's skyline - an emblem of freedom and resilience. Giuseppe Pellizza da Volpedo captures this spirit in his masterpiece "The Fourth State, " depicting workers' struggles during industrialization. Artistic brilliance transcends time as Andrea Mantegna's poignant portrayal of "The Lamentation" touches hearts even today. Caravaggio, another luminary who graced Milan with his presence, left an indelible mark on art history through his revolutionary techniques. Even renowned writer Ernest Hemingway found inspiration within these ancient walls while serving as a soldier during World War I. His experiences forever intertwined with Milan's rich narrative. In every corner of this captivating city lies a story waiting to be discovered - whether it be Maria Callas' ethereal voice echoing through La Scala or Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio painting under dim candlelight. The allure lies not only in its architectural marvels but also in its ability to ignite creativity within all who visit. So come immerse yourself in this cultural mecca where past meets present seamlessly; let your senses dance amidst centuries-old treasures and modern marvels.