One of Leonardo da Vinci's most enigmatic and valuable masterpieces, "La Bella Principessa," the drawing from the Warsaw Sforziade codex recognised as the profile of Bianca Giovanna Sforza, daughter of Ludovico il Moro and wife of Galeazzo Sanseverino, captain general of Ludovico il Moro's armies, which constitutes the Master's only attemp on parchment, will be presented to the public in Kazakhstan. This significant opportunity has been made possible with the support of the Embassy of Italy in Astana, Forte Bank, Mastercard, Scripta Maneant and the Italian Cultural Institute, as well as the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The exhibition will be held at the National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Astana from June 7 to August 4, DKNews.kz reports.
"La Bella Principessa" is a portrait of a young lady from the Italian aristocracy, created by Leonardo da Vinci at the end of the 15th century. Disappeared and found again, the artwork is one of the master's most mysterious and captivating creations. Previously, the painting has been exhibited only five times worldwide, each time drawing immense interest from critics and the public.
“Culture promotion is a powerful driver for dialogue between Italy and Kazakhstan. Leonardo is the epitome of the Renaissance man, an ever-contemporary icon of talent, genius and creativity. Having one of his masterpieces exhibited in Astana is a unique opportunity to solidify cooperation between our countries” Тhe Ambassador of Italy to the Republic of Kazakhstan, Marco Alberti
Scripta Maneant publisher, which has worked alongside scholars, museums and technological research and investigation institutes for many years, is proud to have collaborated with the Italian Embassy in Kazakhstan, the Italian Culture Culture Institute, Forte Bank and Mastercard to have this Leonardo's artwork in Astana and wishes to share with visitors the emotions that the highest Renaissance art has always guaranteed.
"Supporting key cultural events worldwide is an important direction for Mastercard, through which the company provides priceless moments and unique opportunities, such as meetings with renowned artists, musicians, and painters. We are delighted to support this project and are confident that Kazakhs will derive true pleasure and priceless impressions from experiencing the work of Leonardo da Vinci" Sanzhar Zhamalov, General Manager of Mastercard in Kazakhstan and Central Asia
ForteBank has systematically supported culture and the arts. In particular, for the past eight years, the bank has funded the activities of "Kulan-Astana" to develop and maintain cultural heritage and nurture the next generation: during this time, more than 35 exhibitions, including international ones, have been organized with free admission.
"The chance to witness such a rare masterpiece in our country is an important event for the cultural life of Kazakhstan. We are delighted to be part of it. I am convinced that Leonardo da Vinci's immortal creation will resonate emotionally with everyone who sees the painting" Aliya Yeszhan, Managing Director of ForteBank
The organizers invite all residents and visitors of the capital to visit the National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan to personally appreciate the magnificence of one of Leonardo da Vinci’s rarest works.
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