The Return of Raffaello's Masterpiece
The Palazzo Medici Riccardi hosts some of the most impressive exhibitions in Florence, and this month’s show is no exception. The focus is on the master himself, Raffaello and the newly restored “La Madonna del Cardellino”.
What is interesting about this particular work of art is that it has undergone centuries of restoration, many times being damaged along the way. History has it that Raffaello’s Madona dei Cardellino “met an unfortunate fate” years ago in 1548 when in Lorenzo’s house, the building collapsed during a landslide and fragments of the piece were discovered only to be put back together again in the best way possible.
After years of numerous restorations, repainting, and failed attempts to bring it back to its original state, the Palazzo Medici Riccardi is proud to display the “reborn” masterpiece, with art historians declaring it to be returned to its ancient splendor.
With such a long history of natural disaster, and years of resisting, this work of art is a must see and a true miracle for the art world.
For more information: www.palazzo-medici.it
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Opening: every days from 9.00 to 19.00, Wednesday excluded.
Tickets: full 7,00 € - reduced € 4,00