Nestled in the heart of Naples' historic Rione Sanità, the Jago Museum is much more than just a place to view art - it’s a living, breathing project that combines history, creativity, and social inclusion. Housed in the restored Church of Sant’Aspreno ai Crociferi, a stunning Baroque structure dating back to 1633, the museum offers visitors an immersive experience where art meets heritage.
The museum showcases the works of Jago, a contemporary sculptor whose pieces, including the iconic Veiled Son on display at the nearby Church of San Severo fuori le mura, evoke profound emotions and a deep sense of connection to human life and history. Through Jago's sculptures, the museum aims to revitalize the cultural fabric of the Rione Sanità, inviting both locals and tourists to rediscover this historically rich neighborhood.
The Jago Museum is also deeply committed to accessibility and inclusivity, offering discounted tickets for students, the elderly, and residents of the Rione Sanità. With extended opening hours on weekends and proximity to other major sites like the Catacombs of San Gennaro and San Gaudioso, the museum serves as a gateway to exploring Naples' hidden treasures.
Whether you’re a lover of contemporary art or eager to explore Naples’ vibrant history, the Jago Museum offers a unique blend of past and present, culture and community. Be sure to visit and experience the beauty of Naples through the lens of Jago’s artistry.
JAGO is an Italian artist working in the field of sculpture. He was born in Frosinone (Italy) in 1987, where he studied art high school and then the Academy of Fine Arts (left in 2010).
His artistic research is rooted in traditional techniques. Jago uses marble as a noble material, but he treats fundamental themes of the era he inhabits, establishing a direct relationship with the public through the use of video and social networks to share the production process.
At the age of 24, upon presentation by Maria Teresa Benedetti, he was selected by Vittorio Sgarbi to participate in the 54th edition of the Venice Biennale, exhibiting the marble bust of Pope Benedict XVI (2009) that earned him the Pontifical Medal. The youthful sculpture was then reworked in 2016, taking the name Habemus Hominem and becoming one of his best-known works.
Since his first solo exhibition in the capital in 2016, he has lived and worked in Italy, China and America. He has been a visiting professor at the New York Academy of Art, where he gave a masterclass and several lectures in 2018.
Photo credits: Jago Musuem
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