Museo Cassioli

Price

5€ full • 3€ reduced

Duration of visit

3 hours

Type

Art • Culture

Address

Via Mameli 8 • Asciano (SI)

Cassioli Museum.
19th-Century Sienese Painting

The museum was established in 1991 with an initial collection of sketches and works from the studio of artists Amos and Giuseppe Cassioli, donated to the community of Asciano by their heirs. In 2007, the museum was renovated, featuring a new exhibition route enriched by works provided by the “Duccio di Buoninsegna” Art High School in Siena, formerly the Academy of Fine Arts, where Amos received his training.

It stands as the only museum entirely dedicated to 19th-century Sienese painting.

The Exhibition Route

Visiting this museum is quite a unique experience: the exhibition route, enhanced by period photographs, allows visitors to immerse themselves in the atmosphere of the Art Academy through sketches, color tests, art exercises, plaster casts, and various equipment. In the museum’s rooms, alongside the works of the Cassiolis, you can also admire pieces by renowned artists such as Francesco Nenci, Luigi Mussini, Angelo Visconti, Pietro Aldi, Ulisse Forni, Cristiano Banti, and Cesare Maccari. These masters not only depicted episodes from ancient times and mythology but were also keen observers of their era, masterfully narrating stories on canvas that have become part of collective memory.

Amos and Giuseppe Cassioli

Amos Cassioli, famous for his skill in portraiture, had a prolific artistic career. Among his many works, he painted the “Sala del Risorgimento” in Siena’s Palazzo Pubblico and immortalized “The Battle of Legnano,” now housed in Palazzo Pitti in Florence. His talent stood out for his ability to capture the historical essence and patriotic fervor of the moments he depicted.
His son, Giuseppe, who also possessed exceptional artistic abilities, focused on sculpture, contributing to historically significant projects. Some of his most notable works include the bronze doors of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and the Funeral Monument to Gioachino Rossini, both in Florence. In Asciano, he left a sculpted portrait dedicated to his father’s memory.
Amos and Giuseppe Cassioli left an indelible mark on the history of Italian art, enriching the artistic landscape with their iconic works.

Giuseppe’s Olympic Medal

Giuseppe Cassioli was the protagonist of an exciting artistic venture! In 1925, he won the competition organized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) for the design of a medal to be awarded at future Olympic Games. His design featured the figure of Glory raising a laurel wreath toward the victorious athlete, an image that would define Olympic medals for over forty years, from the 1928 Amsterdam Games to the 2000 Sydney Games, leaving a significant artistic legacy on the international stage.

Want to Visit the Museum?

To visit the Cassioli Museum, you must go to the central reception/ticket office located at Palazzo Corboli, C.so Matteotti 122 (about 300 meters from the museum).
If you have mobility difficulties, contact us before your visit: a museum staff member will meet you directly at the Cassioli Museum.

How to Reach Us

You can reach the museum by public transport (the train station is about 600 meters away). Alternatively, there is a large free parking lot adjacent to the museum with a 2-hour time limit. On the upper street, free parking is available without time limits. An additional parking area for cars, campers, and motorcycles is located on Via delle Fonti, about 400 meters from the museum.

At the Museum YOU CAN…

Be SOCIAL! Share your impressions with us during your visit! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. To enhance your experience, the entire museum is covered by free Wi-Fi. Log in with the credentials: username: museo password: museo.

Take photos! You can take pictures with the museum’s treasures (but no flash or tripods, please!).

Take your time! Linger in your favorite rooms, sit down, and enjoy the experience at your own pace. Feel free to take a break, grab a coffee, have a snack, and return later: your ticket is valid for the entire day!

Participate in activities! Many activities and events for various audiences take place throughout the year. Ask for information about what interests you, so you can join the events you prefer!

Help improve the museum! Fill out the anonymous questionnaire (available in multiple languages) and let us know what you would like to see on your next visit or what didn’t meet your expectations!

At the Museum YOU CANNOT...

Touch the artwork! Help us preserve our heritage for future generations! Please, do NOT touch the artwork!

Bring large bags, suitcases, or luggage into the exhibition rooms. But you can leave them at the start of the route!

Accessibility

The Cassioli Museum can be accessed via a main entrance with six steps. Alternatively, you can enter through the adjacent Municipal Library, which is fully equipped with ramps and accessible to all. To use this route, contact us in advance so we can organize your visit accordingly.
The museum spans two floors, which can be reached by stairs or elevator.

Services

The restrooms, located on the first floor of the museum, are spacious but not equipped for people with disabilities; however, accessible facilities are available in the public restrooms adjacent to the museum.

Seatings

The entire museum route is dotted with seats and benches for resting in the exhibition rooms. For special needs, contact us to better plan your visit.

Special tickets

Visitors with disabilities are welcome! The museum offers free tickets for them and their companions.

Contact us

For more information and reservations, contact us at:
Tel. +39 0577 714450
Mobile: +39 348 0847875
Email: museocassioli@museisenesi.org

Where we are

Via Mameli 8
53041 – Asciano (SI)

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