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Friends of Florence Helps Restore 15th-Century Annunciation in Florence

Tuesday, September 22, 2026 Editorial Staff Arts

The project has recovered colours and details obscured by dirt, yellowed varnish and earlier repainting.

Restored Madonna della Pura Returns to Public View at Santa Maria Novella

Thursday, June 18, 2026 Editorial Staff Arts

The historic Marian image has been restored thanks to the support of Friends of Florence.

Livorno Torso Returns to Florence Archaeological Museum After Restoration

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 Editorial Staff Arts

The conservation and research project was made possible through the support of Friends of Florence, helping reveal new details about the sculpture’s history and preservation.

Historic Santa Croce tabernacle returns to public view after restoration

Friday, May 29, 2026 Editorial Staff Arts

A late 16th-century fresco in Florence has returned to public view after a restoration supported by Friends of Florence.

Restoration award for work damaged in 1966 flood at Florence church

Thursday, April 30, 2026 Editorial Staff Arts

Lucia Dori wins the 2026 Friends of Florence prize for a project on a rare 14th-century reliquary bust.

Historic Santo Spirito’s Tronci organ returns after restoration

Friday, April 24, 2026 Editorial Staff Arts

The historic instrument, silent for over 60 years, has been restored with support from Friends of Florence and will be inaugurated with a public concert on 24 April 2026.