Pinacoteca nazionale di Bologna
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Nella vita di Giorgio Morandi

1922
The Spring Exhibition in Florence with de Chirico and Carrà
He exhibits in Florence alongside de Chirico, Carrà and Martini, and de Chirico writes an article on him for the exhibition catalogue. Morandi's new works already show that the “metaphysical stage” is behind him; from here he moves towards subtle gradations of hue and tone and objects arranged in a unifying atmospheric haze.
1939
A room of his own at the 3rd Rome Quadriennale: 42 paintings
He is given the honour of showing 42 of his paintings in a separate room at the 3rd Rome Quadriennale; his painting is becoming an ever more noticeable presence in Italian art.
1943
Arrested over his anti-Fascist friendships
Because of his friendships with anti-Fascist figures, the authorities arrest him briefly; Roberto Longhi helps to get the artist out of the Bologna prison.
25 April 1945
Solo exhibition at the Il Fiore gallery in Florence
With the help of Roberto Longhi, his solo exhibition opens at the Il Fiore gallery in Florence, on the day Bologna is liberated by the Allies.
1948
First prize for painting at the Venice Biennale
Taking part in the Venice Biennale, he wins first prize for painting.
18 giugno 1964
Died