In autumn 2013, Bordeaux will host an exhibition on the famous Groupil & Cie, a successful art dealership which employed many French and foreign artists, particularly Italian. The art dealer Aldophe Goupil (1806- 1893) commissioned scenes from the Antiquity or the 18th century, urban views and vibrant landscapes, which became very popular and valued by collectors, critics and European art dealers. This practice responded to the international enthusiasm for collecting art, whose influence would last well into the 20th century. 

This exhibition gives the opportunity to present to the public the Italian artists, who are often unknown in France and yet were famous in their time: G. de Nittis, A. Pasini, G. Boldoni, and A. Mancini. 

After a first step at Palais Roverella à Rovigo, the exhibition invests at the Galerie des Beaux-Arts de Bordeaux.