Among the things to see in Florence is the magnificent artistic heritage of the Baptistery. In this post I want to focus on the three Doors of the Baptistery of Florence, which hold the history of Italian sculpture, from the medieval period to Humanism. I will accompany you to discover their stories.
After having explored the life and works of Filippo Brunelleschi, the brilliant architect and father of the Renaissance, today I propose to dive into the fascinating world of Lorenzo Ghiberti, another important protagonist of Florentine Renaissance art.
Known primarily for his creation of the famous ‘Gates of Paradise,’ Ghiberti was a multifaceted and talented artist who left an indelible mark on the artistic landscape of his time. Are you ready to discover Lorenzo Ghiberti’s incredible legacy? Here we go!
There is a masterpiece in Firenze that carries with it the charm and mystery of Paradise. With this post I want to take you into the magical world of Ghiberti’s Gate of Paradise, an extraordinary creation that has become a symbol of art in the 15th century and of rebirth, which has fascinated generations of beauty lovers.
Ready to explore the details and curiosities of this splendid work of art? Let’s waste no more time, let’s start our adventure!
Sei pronto a fare un viaggio indimenticabile nel cuore di Firenze, immergendoti nella bellezza senza tempo di un capolavoro scultoreo? Con questo post ti guiderò alla scoperta della Maddalena di Donatello, una straordinaria opera d’arte che incanta con la sua raffinatezza e la sua profonda espressività. Preparati a lasciarti affascinare da questa figura carica di emozioni e simbolismi, mentre ti svelerò la sua storia, la sua collocazione e il recente restauro che ne ha restituito tutto il suo splendore. Benvenuto dove l’arte prende vita e ti cattura nel tempo.
If there is one artist you must know if you love art, it is the greatest of Italian Renaissance architects: Filippo Brunelleschi. Born in Florence in 1377, Brunelleschi left an indelible mark on the history of art and architecture with his extraordinary works and innovative genius.
In this post, I will tell you about Brunelleschi’s role in the evolution of the Florentine Renaissance, his rivalry with other artists of the time and the wonderful creations that made Florence “the cradle of the Renaissance.” A journey to discover a visionary artist who changed the face of architecture forever.
