Galleria D'Arte Goldoni (Goldoni Art Gallery), Livorno

The Goldoni Art Gallery, established by Massimo Padovani in 2000, has become a key player in Livorno’s art scene. It opened with a group exhibition showcasing Labronic painters, signaling its dedication to the Tuscan school and its prominent movements, such as the Macchiaioli and post-Macchiaioli, as well as Versilian and Labronic artists.

In 2002, the gallery made waves with a major historical-critical study on Voltolino Fontani, culminating in an exhibition at Livorno’s Goldoni Theater. The event highlighted 80 pieces from the artist’s career, earning the gallery a reputation for championing in-depth retrospectives.

The gallery's venue in Goldoni Square (Piazza Goldoni) has since hosted several group exhibitions, including the "Winter Review" and "Autumn Review," featuring key figures like Renato Natali, Cafiero Filippelli, Gino Romiti, and Giovanni Lomi. Solo exhibitions, such as those dedicated to Gino Romiti and Ilio Fiorini, have also contributed to its significance.

Beyond exhibitions, the Goldoni Art Gallery has made a mark at national art fairs and markets. Notable appearances include "Mercanteinfiera" in Parma and "Momant" in Carpi. It also promotes art discourse through conferences with art historians and critics, encouraging deeper connections between artists and their works.

In recent years, the gallery has contributed to the publication of catalogs and volumes, such as the highly regarded "Renato Natali 1900-1940 selected works," which accompanied a 2014 exhibition. The gallery continues to engage the art community, both locally and internationally, participating in prestigious events like "Modenantiquaria."