# Kiefer: Le Alchimiste **Venue:** [[Palazzo Reale]], Milan (Sala delle Cariatidi) **Dates:** 7 February – September 2026 **Curator:** Gabriella Belli ## About 38 large canvases by [[Anselm Kiefer]], specifically designed for the Sala delle Cariatidi—a majestic hall still bearing the wounds of 1943 bombing. A tribute to women alchemists condemned to invisibility throughout history. The project has a special connection to Milan through [[Caterina Sforza]], daughter of the Duke of Milan, who was a scientist and author of a manuscript containing over 400 alchemical recipes. Part of the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics cultural program. ## Practical Info - **Hours:** Tue–Sun 10:00–19:30, Thu 10:00–22:30 - **Closed:** Mondays - **Booking:** Online reservation required - **Catalog:** Published by Marsilio Arte ## Links - [Marsilio Arte](https://www.marsilioarte.it/en/events-and-exhibitions/kiefer-le-alchimiste/) - [Finestre sull'Arte](https://www.finestresullarte.info/en/exhibitions/anselm-kiefer-brings-le-alchimiste-to-milan-female-memory-at-palazzo-reale)