Mimmo Jodice, the renowned Italian photographer who died in October 2025 at age 91, is being honored with a new exhibition at the Museo del Tesoro di San Gennaro in Naples. The show, curated by former Capodimonte director Sylvain Bellenger, presents Jodice's rare color photographs from the 1980s—his only color project—which focus on 17th-century Neapolitan Baroque paintings by artists such as Caravaggio, Jusepe de Ribera, and Artemisia Gentileschi. The exhibition runs until January 10, 2027, and also marks the inauguration of newly renovated welcome spaces at the museum, designed by Vanni del Gaudio.
This exhibition matters because it highlights a little-known aspect of Jodice's career—his color photography—while also reinforcing Naples' commitment to preserving his legacy. The city is simultaneously preparing a dedicated Casa della Fotografia for Jodice, set to open in 2027 with a €3.5 million investment. By placing Jodice's work in dialogue with the museum's Baroque treasures, the show offers an immersive experience that bridges photography, painting, and material culture, underscoring the enduring influence of Neapolitan Baroque art on contemporary visual practice.