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The Chimera di Arezzo: the Etruscan masterpiece of myth, art, and mystery

It was discovered on November 15, 1553, just outside the gates of Arezzo, during excavations for the construction of new city walls. It was rusted and dirty, its tail in fragments, two legs broken, and both eyes and jaws missing. And yet, there was no doubt: it was an Etruscan sculpture – and a magnificent one.
From the moment it was unearthed, the Chimera of Arezzo has sparked interest, admiration, and even a certain sense of awe. Today, it is kept in the Museo Archeologico Nazionale of Florence, where it continues to astonish and captivate visitors. Let’s find out more about this extraordinary historical artifact.

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Beato Angelico and beyond: what to see at the Museo di San Marco in Florence

Located in the monumental complex of the Dominican convent, the Museo di San Marco houses the largest collection of works by Beato Angelico, who lived and worked here for many years.
But that’s just one reason to visit.
Inside, you’ll also find masterpieces by Fra Bartolomeo, Paolo Uccello, and Domenico Ghirlandaio, among others. Meanwhile, the building itself – designed by Michelozzo – epitomizes the formal and spatial harmony typical of early Renaissance architecture. A treasure trove awaits. Here’s what to see at the Museo di San Marco in Florence

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Caricature: an art on the edge between satire and beauty

Ironic, exaggerated, sharp: caricature is, by definition, a controversial art form. The artist strikes where it hurts the most, the subjects portrayed are often offended, and the audience laughs. The history of caricature blends personal, social, and political aspects. In this article, we’ll explore its origins and development in Europe, focusing on some of its most significant figures.

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The Annunciazione by Beato Angelico at the Museo di San Marco, between Gothic and Renaissance

There are many aspects that make the Museo di San Marco in Florence a truly unique place. Originally established as a convent, it was partially secularized in the latter half of the 19th century when it was declared a national monument.
Inside, it now houses the largest collection of works by Beato Angelico – the friar-artist who lived and worked here for many years, creating an impressive cycle of frescoes. Among these, the Annunciazione – a recurring theme in his art – enchants viewers with its imposing yet refined simplicity, a true masterpiece of the early Renaissance.

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Brunelleschi’s dome: symbol of Florence and Renaissance architecture worldwide

An emblem of Florence, the dome of Santa Maria del Fiore towers over the city and, six centuries after its construction, still dazzles with its unsurpassed grandeur. Indeed, it remains the largest masonry dome ever built – a testament to the brilliance of Filippo Brunelleschi, a visionary architect with a fiery temperament.
At the time of its construction, few would have bet on the project’s success, which – according to Vasari¹ – nearly failed on multiple occasions…

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chimera di arezzo
Masterpieces

The Chimera di Arezzo: the Etruscan masterpiece of myth, art, and mystery

It was discovered on November 15, 1553, just outside the gates of Arezzo, during excavations for the construction of new city walls. It was rusted and dirty, its tail in fragments, two legs broken, and both eyes and jaws missing. And yet, there was no doubt: it was an Etruscan sculpture – and a magnificent one.
From the moment it was unearthed, the Chimera of Arezzo has sparked interest, admiration, and even a certain sense of awe. Today, it is kept in the Museo Archeologico Nazionale of Florence, where it continues to astonish and captivate visitors. Let’s find out more about this extraordinary historical artifact.

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museo san marco firenze cosa vedere cenacolo ghirlandaio
In the museum

Beato Angelico and beyond: what to see at the Museo di San Marco in Florence

Located in the monumental complex of the Dominican convent, the Museo di San Marco houses the largest collection of works by Beato Angelico, who lived and worked here for many years.
But that’s just one reason to visit.
Inside, you’ll also find masterpieces by Fra Bartolomeo, Paolo Uccello, and Domenico Ghirlandaio, among others. Meanwhile, the building itself – designed by Michelozzo – epitomizes the formal and spatial harmony typical of early Renaissance architecture. A treasure trove awaits. Here’s what to see at the Museo di San Marco in Florence

Leggi Tutto »
caricatura nell’arte
Insights

Caricature: an art on the edge between satire and beauty

Ironic, exaggerated, sharp: caricature is, by definition, a controversial art form. The artist strikes where it hurts the most, the subjects portrayed are often offended, and the audience laughs. The history of caricature blends personal, social, and political aspects. In this article, we’ll explore its origins and development in Europe, focusing on some of its most significant figures.

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Masterpieces

The Annunciazione by Beato Angelico at the Museo di San Marco, between Gothic and Renaissance

There are many aspects that make the Museo di San Marco in Florence a truly unique place. Originally established as a convent, it was partially secularized in the latter half of the 19th century when it was declared a national monument.
Inside, it now houses the largest collection of works by Beato Angelico – the friar-artist who lived and worked here for many years, creating an impressive cycle of frescoes. Among these, the Annunciazione – a recurring theme in his art – enchants viewers with its imposing yet refined simplicity, a true masterpiece of the early Renaissance.

Leggi Tutto »
cupola di brunelleschi firenze
Masterpieces

Brunelleschi’s dome: symbol of Florence and Renaissance architecture worldwide

An emblem of Florence, the dome of Santa Maria del Fiore towers over the city and, six centuries after its construction, still dazzles with its unsurpassed grandeur. Indeed, it remains the largest masonry dome ever built – a testament to the brilliance of Filippo Brunelleschi, a visionary architect with a fiery temperament.
At the time of its construction, few would have bet on the project’s success, which – according to Vasari¹ – nearly failed on multiple occasions…

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