Diocesan Museum and Codex of Corigliano-Rossano, Religious art museum in Corigliano-Rossano, Italy.
The Diocesan Museum and Codex of Corigliano-Rossano is an art museum housed in the former Archbishop's residence with religious artworks spanning several centuries. The exhibition spaces display paintings, sculptures, liturgical objects, and manuscripts that document the artistic and craft traditions of the region.
Archbishop Giovanni Rizzo founded the institution in 1952, initially storing its collection in restored rooms within the cathedral sacristy. As the holdings grew, the collection relocated to the larger spaces of the former Archbishop's residence where it remains today.
The collection shows how Christian art developed over time in this region through different styles and artistic movements. Visitors can observe the connection between religious devotion and the creation of sacred objects across several centuries.
Exploring the exhibition spaces properly takes time to read information and examine the artworks and manuscripts carefully. Comfortable footwear is recommended, and visitors should allow several hours to view the collection at a relaxed pace.
The collection contains the Codex Purpureus Rossanensis, a 6th-century manuscript with hand-painted illustrations on purple-dyed parchment that stands as one of the oldest surviving Gospel books. This rare work was recognized by UNESCO and inscribed on the Memory of the World register.
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