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Galleria Sabauda, Turin

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The Galleria Sabauda is an art collection in the Italian city of Turin, which contains the royal art collections amassed by the House of Savoy over the centuries. It is located on Via XX Settembre, 86.

The museum, whose first directors were Roberto and Massimo d'Azeglio, unites the art collection of Eugene of Savoy, acquired after his death by his cousin, the king of Sardinia, with the works from the Royal Palace of Turin, the picture gallery of the Savoy-Carignano, and the artworks from the Palazzo Durazzo in Genoa, acquired in 1824.

On October 2, 1832 (his birthday), King Charles Albert of Savoy inaugurated the royal gallery at the Palazzo Madama, containing 365 paintings. In 1865, Massimo d'Azeglio had the collection transferred to Guarino Guarini's Palazzo dell'Accademia delle Scienze (1679) where it stood until 2012, before it was moved to the current location.

On December 4, 2014, in the presence of the Italian Minister of Culture, the "Manica Nuova" of Palazzo Reale (New Wing of the Royal Palace) was official opened. The collection has now found its final place to be exhibited.

The gallery is based on a brand new museum project conceived and developed by the superintendent Edith Gabrielli (for the scientific part) together with Studio Albini Associati (staging). The lighting is by CastagnaRavelli Studio, based in Milan; graphics are by Noorda Design.

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By mrsdcbarry

Second floor of the Gallery was closed and no one could tell me why, my fault likely cuz I don’t speak Italian. That was disappointing as I understand the more renowned paintings in the collection...

Second floor of the Gallery was closed and no one could tell me why, my fault likely cuz I don’t speak Italian. That was disappointing as I understand the more renowned paintings in the collection... more »
By 445nikr

Although not as famous as other notable art galleries around the world, the Sabauda Gallery has a collection which is not to be missed if you love art and you are in Turin. The paintings were...

Although not as famous as other notable art galleries around the world, the Sabauda Gallery has a collection which is not to be missed if you love art and you are in Turin. The paintings were... more »
By barolo20162016

Great experience to see Claude Monet exhibition. Interactive event as well with my daughter on learning about the painter, truly nice experience.

Great experience to see Claude Monet exhibition. Interactive event as well with my daughter on learning about the painter, truly nice experience. more »

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By Marcela Zurita Trujillo

Definitely worth it. Is one of the most interesting and diverse museums I’ve been. You will find works of amazing art, sculpture, the palace itself, the armory (my favorite), the Roman ruins, and more. Try to go in the early morning, otherwise is crowded.

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By Donipudi Satya Sri Harshita

Loved visiting to this museum, worth visiting when you are in turin. Dont miss it. Huge museum with a lot of interesting things to be explored. Best museum till date that i visited.

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By Ted Oatway

We had a hard time finding the entrance to the Armory since you actually have to pass through the Royal Apartments to get to it. When you visit the palace this will not be an issue but we wanted to visit just the Armory. It is impressive but really hard to photograph due to the light coming through the windows. Nevertheless, we felt the visit was worthwhile.

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By Enrique NYC Madrid

Great and astonishing Armoury Hall, to visit with the Royal Palace and paintings collection. The whole complex requires around 2-3 hours for a quiet visit.

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By Marcus D'Elboux

The Musei Reali is simply amazing! I felt like a king in the middle ages during the visit. And there are plenty of historical weapons and armor to see.

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