
Umberto Allemandi Editore
Umberto Allemandi Editore publishes specialist art books and periodicals; its first title was the monthly Il Giornale dell'Arte.

Umberto Allemandi Editore publishes specialist art books and periodicals; its first title was the monthly Il Giornale dell'Arte.
Italian publisher Umberto Allemandi founded *Il Giornale dell’Arte*, a leading international art newspaper, and built a global art-news network decades before digital media dominated the sector. His publishing empire included visually driven content, shaping how art-world news was distributed and consumed. Allemandi’s work established a lasting legacy in art journalism and events coverage.
Mar 2026USA Art NewsNews article
Umberto Allemandi steps down after 42 years as founder and editor of *Il Giornale dell’Arte*, a leading Italian art publication. He also founded the Allemandi publishing house, which specializes in art books and scholarly works. The move marks the end of an era for the magazine and its influential role in the art world.
Mar 2026Finestre sull'ArteNews article
Banca Intesa Sanpaolo, Fondazione Compagnia di Sanpaolo, and Fondazione Cassa di Risparmio di Cuneo acquire Umberto Allemandi Editore, gaining full control of its publishing operations. The consortium takes over *Il Giornale dell'Arte*, the historic monthly art magazine founded in 1983 by Umberto Allemandi. The move aims to revitalize the publication under new ownership while preserving its legacy in the art world.
Dec 2024Il Sole 24 OreNews article
Intesa Sanpaolo, Fondazione 1563, and Fondazione CRC have acquired 100% of Turin-based publisher Umberto Allemandi Editore. The deal strengthens their presence in the cultural sector, including the relaunch of *Il Giornale dell’Arte* and other specialized publications. The acquisition consolidates their portfolio of art and cultural media.
Dec 2024Finestre sull'ArteNews article