The access to Franco Maria Ricci's "Wunderkammer"

Franco Maria Ricci's art collecting has always been linked to the topics of his books and followed his personal taste. This was the case for Ligabue, Erté, Wildt: in many occasions the purchase of a work of art has paved the way for rediscoverings of unexplored topics and artists. “A true collector,” says Ricci, “must be a precursor of taste. One must buy the works that others refuse. It's not just about making a good deal, it's about finding beauty, recognizing it before the others."