Art lovers would delight in a trip to the stunning Sculpture Park in the Chianti area of Tuscany during their next vacation here!
This haven of outdoor sculptures is tucked in the heart of the Chianti woodlands and can be reached by driving along an unpaved white winding road or walking through a scenic woodland path.
Stay in a charming villa in Chianti where you can visit this artistic haven as well as sampling the famous wines of the region.
The Chianti Sculpture Park is owned by a couple who invited artists and sculptures to pick a space here to create a work of their choice and what you see before you when you visit are these finished creations.
This haven of outdoor sculptures is tucked in the heart of the Chianti woodlands and can be reached by driving along an unpaved white winding road or walking through a scenic woodland path.
Stay in a charming villa in Chianti where you can visit this artistic haven as well as sampling the famous wines of the region.
The Chianti Sculpture Park is owned by a couple who invited artists and sculptures to pick a space here to create a work of their choice and what you see before you when you visit are these finished creations.
Admire a tall tower made entirely of flat layers of glass panes all jutting up in a dynamic pattern. It was created by a Greek artist called Costas Varotsos. Another striking artistic monument is one called ‘Rainbow Crash’ by Federica Marangoni.
It is a colourful glass representation of a rainbow rising from the ground before it comes in contact with a sturdy iron pillar. Scattered all around the bottom of the pillar are stunningly vibrant glass rocks which are the leftovers of kiln production.
They represent what a rainbow might look like if it shattered into pieces and creates a mesmerising sight!
It is a colourful glass representation of a rainbow rising from the ground before it comes in contact with a sturdy iron pillar. Scattered all around the bottom of the pillar are stunningly vibrant glass rocks which are the leftovers of kiln production.
They represent what a rainbow might look like if it shattered into pieces and creates a mesmerising sight!
Walk through the glass maze and admire the smooth polished finish of another sculpture called ‘Twist and Shout’ made of marble.
The park is open daily from 10am until sunset but if you plan to visit in the winter months, call ahead on this number to reserve a booking, +39 0577 357151. Come to this charming gem in the heart of Chianti and experience a wonderful few hours of artistic appreciation.
Visit some other outdoor art attractions in Tuscany to inspire an artistic themed vacation of exploration!
The park is open daily from 10am until sunset but if you plan to visit in the winter months, call ahead on this number to reserve a booking, +39 0577 357151. Come to this charming gem in the heart of Chianti and experience a wonderful few hours of artistic appreciation.
Visit some other outdoor art attractions in Tuscany to inspire an artistic themed vacation of exploration!
Photo credits
picture 2: Jeff Saward / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 3: Chianti Sculpture Park / CC BY-SA 3.0
picture 2: Jeff Saward / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 3: Chianti Sculpture Park / CC BY-SA 3.0
