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2 works across 2 institutions
Milan holds 2 works by Caravaggio across 2 institutions, including Pinacoteca di Brera and Pinacoteca Ambrosiana.
Caravaggio revolutionised Western painting with his dramatic realism and intense chiaroscuro — figures emerging from deep shadow into a single shaft of light. He worked in Rome until 1606, when he killed a man and fled, spending his final years in Naples, Malta, and Sicily. Around 65 paintings survive.
Collections in this city
Pinacoteca di Brera
💎 Hidden GemMilan · 1 work on display
Pinacoteca Ambrosiana
💎 Hidden GemMilan · 1 work on display
About the artist
Caravaggio
Italian · Baroque · 1571–1610
Caravaggio revolutionised Western painting with his dramatic realism and intense chiaroscuro — figures emerging from deep shadow into a single shaft of light. He worked in Rome until 1606, when he killed a man and fled, spending his final years in Naples, Malta, and Sicily. Around 65 paintings survive.
Key works
The Calling of Saint MatthewJudith Beheading HolofernesSupper at Emmaus
Frequently asked questions
How many Caravaggio paintings are on display in Milan?
Our current data shows 2 Caravaggio paintings on display in Milan, spread across the Pinacoteca di Brera and the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.
Which museum in Milan has the most Caravaggio paintings?
Pinacoteca di Brera holds the largest share, with 1 work by Caravaggio in Milan.
Where else can I see Caravaggio's paintings?
Caravaggio's paintings are distributed across museums in multiple countries. Our artist page lists every city in our collection where their work is currently on display — use it to plan a multi-city trip or find works closer to home. Browse all cities for Caravaggio →
Planning your visit to Milan
Milan's major art sites are well connected by metro. The Pinacoteca di Brera is in the Brera district (M2 to Lanza), while Santa Maria delle Grazie — home to The Last Supper — requires advance booking months in advance. Leonardo's Last Supper has very limited viewing slots; book as early as possible.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.