The intervention focused on stabilising the famous early Renaissance masterpiece by separating its support structure from the wall behind it.
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Brancacci Chapel access route to be redesigned
The city council has approved a €40,000 project to improve visitor access and waiting areas at one of Florence’s most important Renaissance sites.
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Rediscovering Andrea della Robbia at Florence’s Church of Santi Apostoli
A talk explored the work’s artistic, spiritual and historical significance, following its recent restoration supported by Friends of Florence.
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Restored Madonna del Latte Returns to Sant’Ambrogio
Fourteenth-century fresco restored thanks to Friends of Florence and conservator Cristina Napolitano.
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Palazzo Strozzi Announces Upcoming Exhibitions from KAWS to Rothko
The two American artists on display following the already announced exhibition on Beato Angelico.
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Step into the Renaissance: “Fiorenza – At the Medici Court” Brings History to Life
Florence is set to travel back in time on April 5th and 6th as the Visarno Hippodrome.
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Uffizi Gallery Opens Three New Rooms
Uffizi Gallery Opens Three New Rooms Showcasing Early 16th Century Masterpieces
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Hunting Leonardo Da Vinci’s DNA: 14 living relatives found
The hunt is on for Leonardo da Vinci’s DNA, after 14 living relatives descended from his pro-genitor, father and half-brother were found, experts on the Renaissance genius say in an article published in the Human Evolution journal.
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Costa Firenze departed for her maiden cruise. The ship inspired by the Renaissance
The Italian company’s new ship, Costa Firenze, was presented in the port of Savona. The ship is inspired by the beauty of the Renaissance. Built by Fincantieri in Marghera, the Costa Firenze departed on July 4 for her maiden cruise, which will be entirely devoted to Italian destinations.
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Secret Renaissance exhibited at Urbino, Fano, Pesaro
The exhibition Secret Renaissance running from April 13 to September 3, 2017 is dedicated to the century between the mid 1400s to the mid 1500s.
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