Milan’s Palazzo Reale is hosting an exhibition dedicated to the 16th Century painter Arcimboldo. This article from Corriere della Sera discusses the bizarre portraits – heads made of animals, fruit and vegetables – that were characteristic of the Milanese painter.  The article notes that the viewer is both attracted and repulsed by these caricatures that are reminiscent of Leonardo’s grotteschi. The show highlights Arcimboldo’s historical role and also his talent and boldness.