The Empire Of Light

an exhibition that represents a unique opportunity to observe the evolution of themes such as light, dusk, darkness, in a constant comparison between day and night, with the constant desire to lead the viewer towards a new understanding of the works known and less known, the Peggy Guggenheim collection. "Empire of light" through the works of masters of different generations, from Matisse to Basilico, from Fontana to Kapoor, from Degas to Rothko, Richter to Hockney, masterpieces belonging to the avant-garde movements of the 19th and 20th centuries comparing thematically with post-war works, until to get to touch the borders of contemporaneity.

During the period of Carnival, the Museum offers free guided tours to the public of the temporary exhibition and permanent collection, for info: 041 24.05.444/401

Address
Peggy Guggenheim Collection
Palazzo Venier dei Leoni
Dorsoduro 701
I-30123 Venice

General information
tel: 041.2405.411
fax: 041.520.6885
e-mail: info@guggenheim-venice.it

Services for the public
tel: 041.2405.440/419
fax: 041.520.9083
e-mail: visitorinfo@guggenheim-venice.it