Florence often looks to its own Renaissance past, but this autumn the city pivots toward the bohemian spirit of Paris. Starting September 27, 2025, the Museo degli Innocenti hosts "Toulouse-Lautrec: A Journey into Belle Époque Paris." For those staying at Loggiato dei Serviti, this significant cultural event unfolds right on your doorstep, offering a rare juxtaposition of Florentine poise and Montmartre’s nocturnal energy.
This exhibition is anchored by an exceptional loan from the Wolfgang Krohn Collection in Hamburg, featuring pivotal works that defined an era. Guests will encounter the vivid lithography of Jane Avril (1893) and the iconic Aristide Bruant in his cabaret. These works, alongside contributions from the Musée Toulouse-Lautrec in Alby, trace Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec’s ability to transform the ephemeral world of the Moulin Rouge into enduring high art. It is a meticulous study of a man who, despite his noble lineage, found his muse among the dancers, poets, and outcasts of the café-concert.
The narrative extends beyond Lautrec to encompass the broader Art Nouveau movement. The galleries feature the seductive silhouettes of Alphonse Mucha, the vibrant compositions of Jules Chéret, and the refined decorative arts of Georges de Feure and Paul Berthon. Through a curated selection of period costumes, photography, and original furniture, the exhibition illustrates how "Modern Style" revolutionized aesthetics from the United States to the Netherlands. It provides a sensory deep dive into a time when technology and artistic freedom merged to lay the foundations of our contemporary visual language.
To truly appreciate the vibrant "joie de vivre" of the Belle Époque, one requires a serene retreat. Loggiato dei Serviti offers an understated sanctuary in Piazza della Santissima Annunziata, allowing you to remain immersed in history without the clamor of the main tourist thoroughfares. The exhibition’s proximity, right across the square, ensures a seamless cultural experience. We recommend an early evening visit to the museum, followed by an aperitivo under our historic portico, reflecting on an era that made creativity its most recognizable signature.
Book your stay at Loggiato dei Serviti to experience the Toulouse-Lautrec exhibition from a privileged perspective.
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