Siena, Palazzo delle Papesse reopens with an exhibition by Julio Le Parc


After years of closure, the Palazzo delle Papesse in Siena will reopen to the public starting Sept. 13. It will host an exhibition by Julio Le Parc, sculptor and painter, a leading figure in kinetic and Op Art.

From September 13, Palazzo delle Papesse in Siena reopens to the public after years of closure, with the opening of the exhibition Julio Le Parc. The Discovery of Perception. Works from 1958 to the Present, curated by Marcella Beccaria and open until March 16, 2025. This is the first major event the historic exhibition space will host since its reopening.

Visitors will not only be able to explore the magnificent Renaissance palace, with its courtyard and panoramic terrace offering a breathtaking view of Siena from the rooftop, but also immerse themselves in the works of French-Argentinian artist Julio Le Parc (Mendoza, 1928), sculptor and painter, a leading figure inkinetic art andOp Art. Julio Le Parc’s works are exhibited in major museums and galleries around the world, and his influence on contemporary art is internationally recognized.

The exhibition will present a selection of works made from 1958 to 2024, reflecting Le Parc’s ongoing research into movement, color and light. This playful and interactive approach allows visitors to become an integral part of the works, in a harmonious dialogue with the magnificent architecture and frescoes of the Sienese palace. The experience offered is intended to be a visual adventure that surprises and excites anyone who takes part, to confirm the artist’s ability to engage the public and make them participants in the creative process.

Siena, Palazzo delle Papesse reopens with an exhibition by Julio Le Parc
Siena, Palazzo delle Papesse reopens with an exhibition by Julio Le Parc


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