Photographic Archive
Photographic Archive of the Musei Civici di Venezia
The Photographic Archive of the Musei Civici di Venezia is located at the Correr Museum and preserves historical photographic materials relating to the Musei Civici and the city of Venice.
It contains black and white negatives, on glass and film support, divided into two main sections:
1. Fondo Museo: reproductions of artworks belonging to the Musei Civici di Venezia;
2. Fondo Varie: reproductions of works from museums outside the Foundation, views of the city, and other photographic materials.
Historical photographic prints are also available, some derived from the above-mentioned negatives, preserved in topographical or thematic binders: views of Venice, palaces, churches, artworks and historical museum displays in the Musei Civici, exhibitions.
Anyone interested may consult the photographic material on site, by appointment.
Digital reproduction service
It is possible to request photographic reproductions and/or authorization to publish works belonging to the collections of the Musei Civici di Venezia by filling out the online form.
Cost of reproduction
The costs of reproduction and any rights to use the images are calculated and communicated based on the purpose of the request and the type of digital image requested. The acquisition of photographs on the various museums of the Fondazione is reserved to the personnel.
Exemptions
The Fondazione Musei Civici di Venezia reserves the right not to apply reproduction rights if the request is aimed at improving knowledge of the Museums or for study purposes, degree theses, tourism promotion, and other specific cases.
Television, cinema and digital shootings
It is possible to have television, cinema and digital shootings for half a day, an entire day or even for more than one day in specific times.
The fees and supplementary costs arising from the shooting organization are all to be borne by the client. Fees and methods of payment will be communicated after your request.
Download the request form for shooting requests and send it via e-mail at eventi@fmcvenezia.it
Information
Photographic Archive
Fondazione Musei Civici di Venezia
St. Mark’s Square, 52 *
30124 Venice
Phone: +39 041 2405211
Fax: +39 041 5200935
Email: archiviofoto@fmcvenezia.it
* Entrance from St. Mark’s Square 52, Procuratie Nuove, close to Caffè Florian
Conservation projects
Conservation and enhancement projects of the artistic and architectural heritage