The Provincial Art Gallery of Salerno is an artistic treasure that tells the story of the city through its works. Located in the heart of the city, it offers visitors a unique experience in the world of art.

Inaugurated in 1950, the Provincial Art Gallery of Salerno is housed within an elegant historic building, the Palazzo Pinto, the ancestral home of one of Salerno's most important noble families. The collection includes works ranging from the Renaissance to the twentieth century, with a particular focus on local and Campanian art. Here, you can admire masterpieces by artists such as Andrea Sabatini and Francesco Solimena, as well as the followers of the Posillipo School, along with a rich selection of contemporary works. The environment itself, with its frescoed rooms and vaulted ceilings, contributes to creating a captivating atmosphere, ideal for art and culture enthusiasts.

The Provincial Art Gallery of Salerno offers a rich and varied collection that represents centuries of art and culture. The exhibited works are divided into different rooms, each telling a unique story through the creations of renowned artists.

Among the most famous works is "Madonna with Child" by Andrea Sabatini, a masterpiece of the Neapolitan Renaissance. This painting is renowned for its sweetness and the brightness of its colors. Another significant Renaissance piece is "Saint Francis in Ecstasy," which showcases the artist's technical mastery.

The Baroque period is well represented with works by Francesco Solimena, known for his skillful use of light and vibrant colors. Among his most significant pieces is "The Assumption of the Virgin," a painting that captures attention with its dramatic intensity. Additionally, the seventeenth-century canvases by Giovanni Battista Caracciolo, Andrea De Lioni, and Carlo Rosa are of great interest.

A section is dedicated to foreign artists, an aspect of particular relevance for a province like Salerno, which, from the Cilento to the Amalfi Coast, has been traversed by the heirs of the Grand Tour. This collection is the result of numerous bequests, donated by relatives or friends of the artists who created the works on display here. Among the featured artists are Stefan Andres, Kurt Craemer, Richard Dölker, Monica Hannasch, Irene Kowaliska, Bruno Marquardt, Vassilij Necitailov, Lisel Oppel, Karli Sohn-Rethel, Michael Theile, and Peter Willburger.

The Art Gallery of Salerno allocates space for temporary exhibitions by contemporary artists, allowing visitors to explore new artistic trends. This blend of tradition and innovation makes the visit especially engaging.