Parma, Italy

Monumento al Parmigianino

Monuments & Statues

The Monumento al Parmigianino is a bronze statue in the historic center of Parma, Italy, created by the artist Alessandro Menganti in 1899 to honor the Renaissance painter Parmigianino, who was born in the city. The statue depicts a standing figure of Parmigianino, dressed in 16th-century attire and holding a palette and brushes in his left hand. The right hand is raised to the forehead in a gesture of contemplation. The statue stands on a tall pedestal decorated with reliefs that depict scenes from Parmigianino's life and works. The Monumento al Parmigianino is a beloved landmark in Parma, representing the city's rich cultural heritage and serving as a tribute to the renowned artist who was born there.