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The Impact of Girolamo Savonarola on Florence

In 1492, at the invitation of Lorenzo, the terrible friar Girolamo Savonarola arrived in Florence. Violent and unrecognizing character, Savonarola even denied extreme anchor to the magnificent, considering it an unfaithful. Savonarola, in August 1494, organizes the first bonfire of the vanities: he invites the Florentines to bring non -religious paintings to the square (Botticelli will take three well)

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Origin of a trattoria in Italy

What is a trattoria? The majority of trattorias in America may be best described as informal and dependable. It’s the stereotypical neighborhood “Italian,” with generous servings of pasta and carafes of house wine. Friendly waitstaff oversees bustling, slightly congested dining rooms where patrons are served large dishes of lasagna, spaghetti, and other hearty red sauce …

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Detail of Salone dei cinquecento in Florence

The ‘500 Salon is an expansive and awe-inspiring space, brimming with an impressive collection of paintings, sculptures, and architectural marvels, predominantly featuring paintings. The ceiling, a vast masterpiece with 42 intricately carved and adorned panels, depicts various events of the conquest and the grand apotheosis of Cosimo I. The elaborate scenes along the sides envelop …

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An original decoration in Via dei Brardi 42

A notable example of Florentine art and history is the bas-relief located in the home at via dei Bardi n. 42 in Florence. This ancient street in the Oltrarno neighborhood is home to a number of architecturally and historically significant structures. The aforementioned structure is a medieval structure that has experienced several alterations over the ages.