Ferrara Province

Ferrara looks at quieter side of native son Boldini

An upcoming exhibition in Ferrara promises to show a quieter, more reflective side of Giovanni Boldini, a local boy who made it big painting flashy portraits of high-society Paris.

First painting of Lucrezia Borgia uncovered

A Renaissance portrait previously believed to be of a young man is in fact the world's only painting of the infamous Lucrezia Borgia, an Australian museum claimed on Tuesday.

Ferrara celebrates Turner's affinity to Italy

British artist Joseph Mallord William Turner's lifelong fascination with Italy is spotlighted in an exhibition opening in Ferrara on Sunday.

Ferrara in heart-friendly city bid

Italy's Renaissance jewel Ferrara is bidding to become Europe's first openly heart-friendly city, launching a raft of schemes aimed at cutting cardiovascular risks.