Hortus Conclusus, Installation artwork in Benevento, Italy.
Located in a former Dominican monastery garden, Hortus Conclusus integrates contemporary sculptures with Roman architectural fragments, including bronze figures and water features.
Created in 1992 by artist Mimmo Paladino with architects Roberto Serino and Pasquale Palmieri, the installation transformed an ancient vegetable garden into an open-air museum.
The bronze horse wearing a golden mask references Agamemnon mythology, while other sculptures incorporate regional symbols through fountains, bells, and animal representations.
The site underwent complete restoration in 2005, during which bronzes received anti-corrosion treatment and fountains were reactivated for continued public access.
A large metal disc in the center functions both as a sculptural element and a water feature, while fragments of ancient columns create connections with local history.
Location: Benevento
Inception: 1992
Creator: Mimmo Paladino
Address: Vico Noce - Corso Garibaldi
GPS coordinates: 41.12971,14.77973
Latest update: June 6, 2025 15:07
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