Medieval Florence, Dorothy F. Glass April 30, 2008

Lecture begins at 2.30pm and lasts for 1 hour

Dorothy F. Glass, Professor Emeritus of Medieval Art, University at Buffalo

For aficionados of Italian art, the mere mention of Florence evokes images of Renaissance works such as Michelangelo’s David and Ghiberti’s bronze doors for the Baptistery of the Duomo. Yet, the city on the Arno was a significant artistic center much earlier. Its rich medieval history is amply evidenced by numerous surviving buildings and works of art, which were funded not only by those associated with the cathedral, but also by prosperous religious orders and wealthy laymen. The vibrant culture of medieval Florence comes alive in this examination of such commissions and their place in the urban fabric of the city.

This week’s topic:
The Dominicans in Florence: The Church of Santa Maria Novella

This series is supported by the Mrs. Joseph H. King Fund.

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