This fine art gallery in Bergamo is a collection of the belongings left behind by the Count Giacomo Carrara, who was a wealthy collector and patron of the arts. The gallery is built in neoclassical style of architecture and houses works of famous artists belonging to the 15th to 17th century. Paintings, sculptures and prints are for display along with some archetypal medals, porcelain and furniture.

The art gallery is spread over three floors and 10 ten halls displaying works of artists like Pisanello, Botticelli, Bellini, Carpaccio, Mantegna, Raphael, Moroni, Baschenis, Fra Galgario, Tiepolo, Canaletto and Piccio. It has a collection from foreign artists and also hosts painting and drawing courses.

The gallery has collections obtained from donations of various art lovers.

• Apart from the museum, there are many art exhibits and performances taking place all round the year.

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