Museum lower floor
Most of the documents and objects displayed in this shrine to Opera are related to operatic history and fascinating traditions of La Scala. The Museum was inaugurated in 1911 after a group of protagonists of Milanese cultural life bought the rich, extensive collection of Parisian antique dealer Giulio Sambon. Numerous donations and acquisitions were added to this initial nucleus over time making this important collection one of the most envied in the world. The Museum documents the history of the Theatre over time by means of portraits, mementos, sculpture, musical scores and playbills among other interesting objects. It is a worthy tribute to the most important personalities of the world of music, ranging from Giuseppe Verdi and Giacomo Puccini to Arturo Toscanini and Victor de Sabata.
