drawing as origin
capital of drawing, works by Raphael, Barocci, Cantarini and Lazzarini from the Biblioteca Oliveriana

The idea of setting up a gallery that puts preparatory sketches in dialogue with the works of the Civic Collection comes to life through an innovative and conceptually coherent exhibition system. 

The exhibition panels, made of raw fibreboard, become themselves part of the narrative, evoking the aesthetic of the preparatory process.

This design choice is not accidental: the panels, with their unfinished nature and deliberately unrefined appearance, symbolise the transitional phase between the embryonic idea and the completed work.

The fibreboard, a material whose internal structure reveals a combination of lightness and robustness, metaphorically represents the passage from conception to artistic realisation. It embodies the tension between raw potential and finished art, making visible the creative path that transforms an idea into a work of art.

The arrangement of the panels is not linear but designed to guide the visitor through a visual and conceptual journey. In some sections, sketches will be placed alongside the finished works, creating a direct comparison that highlights the transformations and artistic choices. In others, the raw panels will form a kind of "work in progress", symbolising the process of elaboration and experimentation that characterises every creative phase.

In this context, the exhibition design becomes a metaphor for the artistic process itself: a continuous becoming, a constant search for the perfect form. The intent is to bring out the dialogue between idea and matter, between thought and realisation, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the intimate and often hidden world of the artist's studio.

The gallery, conceived in this way, not only highlights the works on display but invites reflection on the very nature of artistic creation, celebrating the sketch as a fundamental and fascinating stage of the creative journey.

The informational and caption system plays a crucial role in the exhibition design, as it not only guides visitors through the works on display but enriches understanding of the artistic path presented.

Since the exhibition is inserted within the established display route of the Pesaro Civic Museums' picture gallery, the information system had to be integrated yet able to stand out and create the guiding thread of the visit.

The colour choice for the room panels and captions reflects a simple, clear aesthetic, designed to ensure easy understanding and orientation within the exhibition.

This solution allows for immediate reading and easy recognition of content, making the experience accessible to a varied public, from school groups to individual visitors.

The use of white for the room panels, paired with clearly visible, contrasting text, ensures that information is easily usable and that attention remains focused on the works on display. 

The use of yellow to ideally trace a timeline within the exhibition route has a twofold function: it guides visitors through the whole exhibition and supports the caption system. This visual element highlights the works from the permanent collection that are relevant to the exhibition's theme, clearly distinguishing them from the other works on display. In this way, yellow becomes a distinctive sign that helps visitors orient themselves and understand the context of the selected works, creating a guiding thread that unites and enhances the overall visiting experience.