The Best Place to See Caravaggio in Rome
Usually when we think about seeing art in Italy, we picture the Italian Renaissance. Instead, let’s fast-forward at least 100 years to the master…
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30 Best Things to Do in Florence, Italy
Florence is my favorite city in the world, and I’ve been fortunate enough to visit 7 times and study Italian Renaissance art history there….
Renaissance Architecture in Florence
If you go to Florence, you may be overwhelmed by all the historic sights and abundance of artistic treasures. You definitely don’t need to…
Renaissance Frescoes in Florence, Italy
When in Italy, especially Florence, you will see lots of Renaissance frescoes. During the Medieval and Early Renaissance, most painting was either an altarpiece for…
Dome of Florence Architecture: 4 Tips to Understanding the Duomo
One of the most famous domes in the world is the dome of the Duomo (the Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore) that dominates…
Outdoor Sculpture in Piazza della Signoria, Florence
Florence, Italy has been called an outdoor museum for good reason. Its streets are full of so much sculpture and architecture that one need…
Brancacci Chapel: Where to See Early Renaissance in Florence, Italy
Florence is undoubtedly one of the most important places for art. It houses many masterpieces of the Italian Renaissance, some of them hanging in…