European Summer Must-Sees: Uffizi Gallery, Florence
Next up on our tour of summer must visits to European galleries is the world-renowned and national treasure that is the Uffizi in Florence.
July 22, 2022
The Uffizi’s permanent collection takes at least 3-4 hours if you wish to truly admire and absorb the works; even if you’re planning a rapid pit stop, we recommend at least 2 hours!
The Birth of Venus
‘The Birth of Venus’ is one of Sandro Botticelli’s greatest and most well-known works. The work was produced on canvas – an alternative and uncommon medium at this time when artists opted for wood panels. In this painting, Botticelli depicts the birth of Venus, whereby she arrived fully formed at the island of Cythera by seashell and sea foam. The theme was borrowed from the musings of Ovid’s Metamorphoses, though there are also clear references to a poetic work by Agnolo Poliziano (a contemporary of Botticelli and a court poet in the house of Medici). The choice of the goddess of love, combined with the literary references, integrate to clearly portray the birth of love. The history of ‘The Birth of Venus’ is a heavily debated topic and a source of contention in the art community, but it is generally agreed that Botticelli’s intentions were that of sensory teasing whilst also creating a painting that was generally accessible to the masses, and thus enormously and timelessly popular.
Sacrifice of Isaac
Michelangelo Merisi, commonly known as Caravaggio, is widely seen as the founder of classical art; his paintings are characterised by realistic observation of the human condition and a dramatic use of light. This use of light came to be known as chiaroscuro, a method whereby subjects were illuminated by bright sluices of light and complemented by darkened shadows. His influence was widespread and prolific, and his style was mimicked by some of the other greatest names in art history such as Peter Paul Rubens, Gian Lorenzo Bernini and Rembrandt. The artists he inspired came to be collectively known as the Caravaggisti. The painting ‘Sacrifice of Isaac’ is the visual representation of the Old Testament tale in which God ordered Abraham to sacrifice his only son. In this biblical story, an angel ordered Abraham to stop. Abraham’s willingness was enough to appease God and confirm Abraham’s faith and devotion. Caravaggio chose to humanise the angel whilst exaggerating the realism of the scene in order to create a wondrously dramatic piece. His use of light highlights the interaction between the angel and Abraham, bringing it to the forefront of the piece. Caravaggio usually opted to paint scenes in the interior, his subjects illuminated by artificial light, but in the Sacrifice of Isaac, he moves away from his classical pictorial style and the scene takes place outside, though importantly his use of light is not hindered by this diversion from his characteristic scenes.
Uffizi | Terre degli Uffizi
In 2021, the CR Firenze Foundation and the Uffizi Galleries came together to embark upon a five year-long major project to enhance the region’s artistic legacy called Terre degli Uffizi (translated as Lands of the Uffizi). The purpose of the project is to achieve a wider and more dispersed knowledge of the cultural and artistic heritage of Florence, and is therefore titled Uffizi Diffusi. One such summer exhibition, belonging to the Terre degli Uffizi and on display at the Ivan Bruschi House Museum is the exhibition ‘Pietro Benvenuti in the Age of Canova: Paintings and Drawings from Public and Private Collections’. Pietro Benvenuti was an Italian neoclassical painter and this exhibition is curated to celebrate his training, academic success and rise to becoming an ‘imperial painter’ well sought-after by illustrious clients.
The Uffizi Gallery in Florence is home to one of the most exquisite art collections in the world, and can be found adjacent to the Piazza della Signoria. This location is perfect for immersing oneself in art and then indulging in luxurious gelato.
The Uffizi’s permanent collection takes at least 3-4 hours if you wish to truly admire and absorb the works; even if you’re planning a rapid pit stop, we recommend at least 2 hours!
The Birth of Venus
‘The Birth of Venus’ is one of Sandro Botticelli’s greatest and most well-known works. The work was produced on canvas – an alternative and uncommon medium at this time when artists opted for wood panels. In this painting, Botticelli depicts the birth of Venus, whereby she arrived fully formed at the island of Cythera by seashell and sea foam. The theme was borrowed from the musings of Ovid’s Metamorphoses, though there are also clear references to a poetic work by Agnolo Poliziano (a contemporary of Botticelli and a court poet in the house of Medici). The choice of the goddess of love, combined with the literary references, integrate to clearly portray the birth of love. The history of ‘The Birth of Venus’ is a heavily debated topic and a source of contention in the art community, but it is generally agreed that Botticelli’s intentions were that of sensory teasing whilst also creating a painting that was generally accessible to the masses, and thus enormously and timelessly popular.
Sacrifice of Isaac
Michelangelo Merisi, commonly known as Caravaggio, is widely seen as the founder of classical art; his paintings are characterised by realistic observation of the human condition and a dramatic use of light. This use of light came to be known as chiaroscuro, a method whereby subjects were illuminated by bright sluices of light and complemented by darkened shadows. His influence was widespread and prolific, and his style was mimicked by some of the other greatest names in art history such as Peter Paul Rubens, Gian Lorenzo Bernini and Rembrandt. The artists he inspired came to be collectively known as the Caravaggisti. The painting ‘Sacrifice of Isaac’ is the visual representation of the Old Testament tale in which God ordered Abraham to sacrifice his only son. In this biblical story, an angel ordered Abraham to stop. Abraham’s willingness was enough to appease God and confirm Abraham’s faith and devotion. Caravaggio chose to humanise the angel whilst exaggerating the realism of the scene in order to create a wondrously dramatic piece. His use of light highlights the interaction between the angel and Abraham, bringing it to the forefront of the piece. Caravaggio usually opted to paint scenes in the interior, his subjects illuminated by artificial light, but in the Sacrifice of Isaac, he moves away from his classical pictorial style and the scene takes place outside, though importantly his use of light is not hindered by this diversion from his characteristic scenes.
Uffizi | Terre degli Uffizi
In 2021, the CR Firenze Foundation and the Uffizi Galleries came together to embark upon a five year-long major project to enhance the region’s artistic legacy called Terre degli Uffizi (translated as Lands of the Uffizi). The purpose of the project is to achieve a wider and more dispersed knowledge of the cultural and artistic heritage of Florence, and is therefore titled Uffizi Diffusi. One such summer exhibition, belonging to the Terre degli Uffizi and on display at the Ivan Bruschi House Museum is the exhibition ‘Pietro Benvenuti in the Age of Canova: Paintings and Drawings from Public and Private Collections’. Pietro Benvenuti was an Italian neoclassical painter and this exhibition is curated to celebrate his training, academic success and rise to becoming an ‘imperial painter’ well sought-after by illustrious clients.
The Uffizi Gallery in Florence is home to one of the most exquisite art collections in the world, and can be found adjacent to the Piazza della Signoria. This location is perfect for immersing oneself in art and then indulging in luxurious gelato.
The Uffizi’s permanent collection takes at least 3-4 hours if you wish to truly admire and absorb the works; even if you’re planning a rapid pit stop, we recommend at least 2 hours!
The Birth of Venus
‘The Birth of Venus’ is one of Sandro Botticelli’s greatest and most well-known works. The work was produced on canvas – an alternative and uncommon medium at this time when artists opted for wood panels. In this painting, Botticelli depicts the birth of Venus, whereby she arrived fully formed at the island of Cythera by seashell and sea foam. The theme was borrowed from the musings of Ovid’s Metamorphoses, though there are also clear references to a poetic work by Agnolo Poliziano (a contemporary of Botticelli and a court poet in the house of Medici). The choice of the goddess of love, combined with the literary references, integrate to clearly portray the birth of love. The history of ‘The Birth of Venus’ is a heavily debated topic and a source of contention in the art community, but it is generally agreed that Botticelli’s intentions were that of sensory teasing whilst also creating a painting that was generally accessible to the masses, and thus enormously and timelessly popular.
Sacrifice of Isaac
Michelangelo Merisi, commonly known as Caravaggio, is widely seen as the founder of classical art; his paintings are characterised by realistic observation of the human condition and a dramatic use of light. This use of light came to be known as chiaroscuro, a method whereby subjects were illuminated by bright sluices of light and complemented by darkened shadows. His influence was widespread and prolific, and his style was mimicked by some of the other greatest names in art history such as Peter Paul Rubens, Gian Lorenzo Bernini and Rembrandt. The artists he inspired came to be collectively known as the Caravaggisti. The painting ‘Sacrifice of Isaac’ is the visual representation of the Old Testament tale in which God ordered Abraham to sacrifice his only son. In this biblical story, an angel ordered Abraham to stop. Abraham’s willingness was enough to appease God and confirm Abraham’s faith and devotion. Caravaggio chose to humanise the angel whilst exaggerating the realism of the scene in order to create a wondrously dramatic piece. His use of light highlights the interaction between the angel and Abraham, bringing it to the forefront of the piece. Caravaggio usually opted to paint scenes in the interior, his subjects illuminated by artificial light, but in the Sacrifice of Isaac, he moves away from his classical pictorial style and the scene takes place outside, though importantly his use of light is not hindered by this diversion from his characteristic scenes.
Uffizi | Terre degli Uffizi
In 2021, the CR Firenze Foundation and the Uffizi Galleries came together to embark upon a five year-long major project to enhance the region’s artistic legacy called Terre degli Uffizi (translated as Lands of the Uffizi). The purpose of the project is to achieve a wider and more dispersed knowledge of the cultural and artistic heritage of Florence, and is therefore titled Uffizi Diffusi. One such summer exhibition, belonging to the Terre degli Uffizi and on display at the Ivan Bruschi House Museum is the exhibition ‘Pietro Benvenuti in the Age of Canova: Paintings and Drawings from Public and Private Collections’. Pietro Benvenuti was an Italian neoclassical painter and this exhibition is curated to celebrate his training, academic success and rise to becoming an ‘imperial painter’ well sought-after by illustrious clients.
The Uffizi Gallery in Florence is home to one of the most exquisite art collections in the world, and can be found adjacent to the Piazza della Signoria. This location is perfect for immersing oneself in art and then indulging in luxurious gelato.
The Uffizi’s permanent collection takes at least 3-4 hours if you wish to truly admire and absorb the works; even if you’re planning a rapid pit stop, we recommend at least 2 hours!
The Birth of Venus
‘The Birth of Venus’ is one of Sandro Botticelli’s greatest and most well-known works. The work was produced on canvas – an alternative and uncommon medium at this time when artists opted for wood panels. In this painting, Botticelli depicts the birth of Venus, whereby she arrived fully formed at the island of Cythera by seashell and sea foam. The theme was borrowed from the musings of Ovid’s Metamorphoses, though there are also clear references to a poetic work by Agnolo Poliziano (a contemporary of Botticelli and a court poet in the house of Medici). The choice of the goddess of love, combined with the literary references, integrate to clearly portray the birth of love. The history of ‘The Birth of Venus’ is a heavily debated topic and a source of contention in the art community, but it is generally agreed that Botticelli’s intentions were that of sensory teasing whilst also creating a painting that was generally accessible to the masses, and thus enormously and timelessly popular.
Sacrifice of Isaac
Michelangelo Merisi, commonly known as Caravaggio, is widely seen as the founder of classical art; his paintings are characterised by realistic observation of the human condition and a dramatic use of light. This use of light came to be known as chiaroscuro, a method whereby subjects were illuminated by bright sluices of light and complemented by darkened shadows. His influence was widespread and prolific, and his style was mimicked by some of the other greatest names in art history such as Peter Paul Rubens, Gian Lorenzo Bernini and Rembrandt. The artists he inspired came to be collectively known as the Caravaggisti. The painting ‘Sacrifice of Isaac’ is the visual representation of the Old Testament tale in which God ordered Abraham to sacrifice his only son. In this biblical story, an angel ordered Abraham to stop. Abraham’s willingness was enough to appease God and confirm Abraham’s faith and devotion. Caravaggio chose to humanise the angel whilst exaggerating the realism of the scene in order to create a wondrously dramatic piece. His use of light highlights the interaction between the angel and Abraham, bringing it to the forefront of the piece. Caravaggio usually opted to paint scenes in the interior, his subjects illuminated by artificial light, but in the Sacrifice of Isaac, he moves away from his classical pictorial style and the scene takes place outside, though importantly his use of light is not hindered by this diversion from his characteristic scenes.
Uffizi | Terre degli Uffizi
In 2021, the CR Firenze Foundation and the Uffizi Galleries came together to embark upon a five year-long major project to enhance the region’s artistic legacy called Terre degli Uffizi (translated as Lands of the Uffizi). The purpose of the project is to achieve a wider and more dispersed knowledge of the cultural and artistic heritage of Florence, and is therefore titled Uffizi Diffusi. One such summer exhibition, belonging to the Terre degli Uffizi and on display at the Ivan Bruschi House Museum is the exhibition ‘Pietro Benvenuti in the Age of Canova: Paintings and Drawings from Public and Private Collections’. Pietro Benvenuti was an Italian neoclassical painter and this exhibition is curated to celebrate his training, academic success and rise to becoming an ‘imperial painter’ well sought-after by illustrious clients.
The Uffizi Gallery in Florence is home to one of the most exquisite art collections in the world, and can be found adjacent to the Piazza della Signoria. This location is perfect for immersing oneself in art and then indulging in luxurious gelato.
The Uffizi’s permanent collection takes at least 3-4 hours if you wish to truly admire and absorb the works; even if you’re planning a rapid pit stop, we recommend at least 2 hours!
The Birth of Venus
‘The Birth of Venus’ is one of Sandro Botticelli’s greatest and most well-known works. The work was produced on canvas – an alternative and uncommon medium at this time when artists opted for wood panels. In this painting, Botticelli depicts the birth of Venus, whereby she arrived fully formed at the island of Cythera by seashell and sea foam. The theme was borrowed from the musings of Ovid’s Metamorphoses, though there are also clear references to a poetic work by Agnolo Poliziano (a contemporary of Botticelli and a court poet in the house of Medici). The choice of the goddess of love, combined with the literary references, integrate to clearly portray the birth of love. The history of ‘The Birth of Venus’ is a heavily debated topic and a source of contention in the art community, but it is generally agreed that Botticelli’s intentions were that of sensory teasing whilst also creating a painting that was generally accessible to the masses, and thus enormously and timelessly popular.
Sacrifice of Isaac
Michelangelo Merisi, commonly known as Caravaggio, is widely seen as the founder of classical art; his paintings are characterised by realistic observation of the human condition and a dramatic use of light. This use of light came to be known as chiaroscuro, a method whereby subjects were illuminated by bright sluices of light and complemented by darkened shadows. His influence was widespread and prolific, and his style was mimicked by some of the other greatest names in art history such as Peter Paul Rubens, Gian Lorenzo Bernini and Rembrandt. The artists he inspired came to be collectively known as the Caravaggisti. The painting ‘Sacrifice of Isaac’ is the visual representation of the Old Testament tale in which God ordered Abraham to sacrifice his only son. In this biblical story, an angel ordered Abraham to stop. Abraham’s willingness was enough to appease God and confirm Abraham’s faith and devotion. Caravaggio chose to humanise the angel whilst exaggerating the realism of the scene in order to create a wondrously dramatic piece. His use of light highlights the interaction between the angel and Abraham, bringing it to the forefront of the piece. Caravaggio usually opted to paint scenes in the interior, his subjects illuminated by artificial light, but in the Sacrifice of Isaac, he moves away from his classical pictorial style and the scene takes place outside, though importantly his use of light is not hindered by this diversion from his characteristic scenes.
Uffizi | Terre degli Uffizi
In 2021, the CR Firenze Foundation and the Uffizi Galleries came together to embark upon a five year-long major project to enhance the region’s artistic legacy called Terre degli Uffizi (translated as Lands of the Uffizi). The purpose of the project is to achieve a wider and more dispersed knowledge of the cultural and artistic heritage of Florence, and is therefore titled Uffizi Diffusi. One such summer exhibition, belonging to the Terre degli Uffizi and on display at the Ivan Bruschi House Museum is the exhibition ‘Pietro Benvenuti in the Age of Canova: Paintings and Drawings from Public and Private Collections’. Pietro Benvenuti was an Italian neoclassical painter and this exhibition is curated to celebrate his training, academic success and rise to becoming an ‘imperial painter’ well sought-after by illustrious clients.
The Uffizi Gallery in Florence is home to one of the most exquisite art collections in the world, and can be found adjacent to the Piazza della Signoria. This location is perfect for immersing oneself in art and then indulging in luxurious gelato.
The Uffizi’s permanent collection takes at least 3-4 hours if you wish to truly admire and absorb the works; even if you’re planning a rapid pit stop, we recommend at least 2 hours!
The Birth of Venus
‘The Birth of Venus’ is one of Sandro Botticelli’s greatest and most well-known works. The work was produced on canvas – an alternative and uncommon medium at this time when artists opted for wood panels. In this painting, Botticelli depicts the birth of Venus, whereby she arrived fully formed at the island of Cythera by seashell and sea foam. The theme was borrowed from the musings of Ovid’s Metamorphoses, though there are also clear references to a poetic work by Agnolo Poliziano (a contemporary of Botticelli and a court poet in the house of Medici). The choice of the goddess of love, combined with the literary references, integrate to clearly portray the birth of love. The history of ‘The Birth of Venus’ is a heavily debated topic and a source of contention in the art community, but it is generally agreed that Botticelli’s intentions were that of sensory teasing whilst also creating a painting that was generally accessible to the masses, and thus enormously and timelessly popular.
Sacrifice of Isaac
Michelangelo Merisi, commonly known as Caravaggio, is widely seen as the founder of classical art; his paintings are characterised by realistic observation of the human condition and a dramatic use of light. This use of light came to be known as chiaroscuro, a method whereby subjects were illuminated by bright sluices of light and complemented by darkened shadows. His influence was widespread and prolific, and his style was mimicked by some of the other greatest names in art history such as Peter Paul Rubens, Gian Lorenzo Bernini and Rembrandt. The artists he inspired came to be collectively known as the Caravaggisti. The painting ‘Sacrifice of Isaac’ is the visual representation of the Old Testament tale in which God ordered Abraham to sacrifice his only son. In this biblical story, an angel ordered Abraham to stop. Abraham’s willingness was enough to appease God and confirm Abraham’s faith and devotion. Caravaggio chose to humanise the angel whilst exaggerating the realism of the scene in order to create a wondrously dramatic piece. His use of light highlights the interaction between the angel and Abraham, bringing it to the forefront of the piece. Caravaggio usually opted to paint scenes in the interior, his subjects illuminated by artificial light, but in the Sacrifice of Isaac, he moves away from his classical pictorial style and the scene takes place outside, though importantly his use of light is not hindered by this diversion from his characteristic scenes.
Uffizi | Terre degli Uffizi
In 2021, the CR Firenze Foundation and the Uffizi Galleries came together to embark upon a five year-long major project to enhance the region’s artistic legacy called Terre degli Uffizi (translated as Lands of the Uffizi). The purpose of the project is to achieve a wider and more dispersed knowledge of the cultural and artistic heritage of Florence, and is therefore titled Uffizi Diffusi. One such summer exhibition, belonging to the Terre degli Uffizi and on display at the Ivan Bruschi House Museum is the exhibition ‘Pietro Benvenuti in the Age of Canova: Paintings and Drawings from Public and Private Collections’. Pietro Benvenuti was an Italian neoclassical painter and this exhibition is curated to celebrate his training, academic success and rise to becoming an ‘imperial painter’ well sought-after by illustrious clients.
The Uffizi Gallery in Florence is home to one of the most exquisite art collections in the world, and can be found adjacent to the Piazza della Signoria. This location is perfect for immersing oneself in art and then indulging in luxurious gelato.
The Uffizi’s permanent collection takes at least 3-4 hours if you wish to truly admire and absorb the works; even if you’re planning a rapid pit stop, we recommend at least 2 hours!
The Birth of Venus
‘The Birth of Venus’ is one of Sandro Botticelli’s greatest and most well-known works. The work was produced on canvas – an alternative and uncommon medium at this time when artists opted for wood panels. In this painting, Botticelli depicts the birth of Venus, whereby she arrived fully formed at the island of Cythera by seashell and sea foam. The theme was borrowed from the musings of Ovid’s Metamorphoses, though there are also clear references to a poetic work by Agnolo Poliziano (a contemporary of Botticelli and a court poet in the house of Medici). The choice of the goddess of love, combined with the literary references, integrate to clearly portray the birth of love. The history of ‘The Birth of Venus’ is a heavily debated topic and a source of contention in the art community, but it is generally agreed that Botticelli’s intentions were that of sensory teasing whilst also creating a painting that was generally accessible to the masses, and thus enormously and timelessly popular.
Sacrifice of Isaac
Michelangelo Merisi, commonly known as Caravaggio, is widely seen as the founder of classical art; his paintings are characterised by realistic observation of the human condition and a dramatic use of light. This use of light came to be known as chiaroscuro, a method whereby subjects were illuminated by bright sluices of light and complemented by darkened shadows. His influence was widespread and prolific, and his style was mimicked by some of the other greatest names in art history such as Peter Paul Rubens, Gian Lorenzo Bernini and Rembrandt. The artists he inspired came to be collectively known as the Caravaggisti. The painting ‘Sacrifice of Isaac’ is the visual representation of the Old Testament tale in which God ordered Abraham to sacrifice his only son. In this biblical story, an angel ordered Abraham to stop. Abraham’s willingness was enough to appease God and confirm Abraham’s faith and devotion. Caravaggio chose to humanise the angel whilst exaggerating the realism of the scene in order to create a wondrously dramatic piece. His use of light highlights the interaction between the angel and Abraham, bringing it to the forefront of the piece. Caravaggio usually opted to paint scenes in the interior, his subjects illuminated by artificial light, but in the Sacrifice of Isaac, he moves away from his classical pictorial style and the scene takes place outside, though importantly his use of light is not hindered by this diversion from his characteristic scenes.
Uffizi | Terre degli Uffizi
In 2021, the CR Firenze Foundation and the Uffizi Galleries came together to embark upon a five year-long major project to enhance the region’s artistic legacy called Terre degli Uffizi (translated as Lands of the Uffizi). The purpose of the project is to achieve a wider and more dispersed knowledge of the cultural and artistic heritage of Florence, and is therefore titled Uffizi Diffusi. One such summer exhibition, belonging to the Terre degli Uffizi and on display at the Ivan Bruschi House Museum is the exhibition ‘Pietro Benvenuti in the Age of Canova: Paintings and Drawings from Public and Private Collections’. Pietro Benvenuti was an Italian neoclassical painter and this exhibition is curated to celebrate his training, academic success and rise to becoming an ‘imperial painter’ well sought-after by illustrious clients.
The Uffizi Gallery in Florence is home to one of the most exquisite art collections in the world, and can be found adjacent to the Piazza della Signoria. This location is perfect for immersing oneself in art and then indulging in luxurious gelato.
The Uffizi’s permanent collection takes at least 3-4 hours if you wish to truly admire and absorb the works; even if you’re planning a rapid pit stop, we recommend at least 2 hours!
The Birth of Venus
‘The Birth of Venus’ is one of Sandro Botticelli’s greatest and most well-known works. The work was produced on canvas – an alternative and uncommon medium at this time when artists opted for wood panels. In this painting, Botticelli depicts the birth of Venus, whereby she arrived fully formed at the island of Cythera by seashell and sea foam. The theme was borrowed from the musings of Ovid’s Metamorphoses, though there are also clear references to a poetic work by Agnolo Poliziano (a contemporary of Botticelli and a court poet in the house of Medici). The choice of the goddess of love, combined with the literary references, integrate to clearly portray the birth of love. The history of ‘The Birth of Venus’ is a heavily debated topic and a source of contention in the art community, but it is generally agreed that Botticelli’s intentions were that of sensory teasing whilst also creating a painting that was generally accessible to the masses, and thus enormously and timelessly popular.
Sacrifice of Isaac
Michelangelo Merisi, commonly known as Caravaggio, is widely seen as the founder of classical art; his paintings are characterised by realistic observation of the human condition and a dramatic use of light. This use of light came to be known as chiaroscuro, a method whereby subjects were illuminated by bright sluices of light and complemented by darkened shadows. His influence was widespread and prolific, and his style was mimicked by some of the other greatest names in art history such as Peter Paul Rubens, Gian Lorenzo Bernini and Rembrandt. The artists he inspired came to be collectively known as the Caravaggisti. The painting ‘Sacrifice of Isaac’ is the visual representation of the Old Testament tale in which God ordered Abraham to sacrifice his only son. In this biblical story, an angel ordered Abraham to stop. Abraham’s willingness was enough to appease God and confirm Abraham’s faith and devotion. Caravaggio chose to humanise the angel whilst exaggerating the realism of the scene in order to create a wondrously dramatic piece. His use of light highlights the interaction between the angel and Abraham, bringing it to the forefront of the piece. Caravaggio usually opted to paint scenes in the interior, his subjects illuminated by artificial light, but in the Sacrifice of Isaac, he moves away from his classical pictorial style and the scene takes place outside, though importantly his use of light is not hindered by this diversion from his characteristic scenes.
Uffizi | Terre degli Uffizi
In 2021, the CR Firenze Foundation and the Uffizi Galleries came together to embark upon a five year-long major project to enhance the region’s artistic legacy called Terre degli Uffizi (translated as Lands of the Uffizi). The purpose of the project is to achieve a wider and more dispersed knowledge of the cultural and artistic heritage of Florence, and is therefore titled Uffizi Diffusi. One such summer exhibition, belonging to the Terre degli Uffizi and on display at the Ivan Bruschi House Museum is the exhibition ‘Pietro Benvenuti in the Age of Canova: Paintings and Drawings from Public and Private Collections’. Pietro Benvenuti was an Italian neoclassical painter and this exhibition is curated to celebrate his training, academic success and rise to becoming an ‘imperial painter’ well sought-after by illustrious clients.
The Uffizi Gallery in Florence is home to one of the most exquisite art collections in the world, and can be found adjacent to the Piazza della Signoria. This location is perfect for immersing oneself in art and then indulging in luxurious gelato.
The Uffizi’s permanent collection takes at least 3-4 hours if you wish to truly admire and absorb the works; even if you’re planning a rapid pit stop, we recommend at least 2 hours!
The Birth of Venus
‘The Birth of Venus’ is one of Sandro Botticelli’s greatest and most well-known works. The work was produced on canvas – an alternative and uncommon medium at this time when artists opted for wood panels. In this painting, Botticelli depicts the birth of Venus, whereby she arrived fully formed at the island of Cythera by seashell and sea foam. The theme was borrowed from the musings of Ovid’s Metamorphoses, though there are also clear references to a poetic work by Agnolo Poliziano (a contemporary of Botticelli and a court poet in the house of Medici). The choice of the goddess of love, combined with the literary references, integrate to clearly portray the birth of love. The history of ‘The Birth of Venus’ is a heavily debated topic and a source of contention in the art community, but it is generally agreed that Botticelli’s intentions were that of sensory teasing whilst also creating a painting that was generally accessible to the masses, and thus enormously and timelessly popular.
Sacrifice of Isaac
Michelangelo Merisi, commonly known as Caravaggio, is widely seen as the founder of classical art; his paintings are characterised by realistic observation of the human condition and a dramatic use of light. This use of light came to be known as chiaroscuro, a method whereby subjects were illuminated by bright sluices of light and complemented by darkened shadows. His influence was widespread and prolific, and his style was mimicked by some of the other greatest names in art history such as Peter Paul Rubens, Gian Lorenzo Bernini and Rembrandt. The artists he inspired came to be collectively known as the Caravaggisti. The painting ‘Sacrifice of Isaac’ is the visual representation of the Old Testament tale in which God ordered Abraham to sacrifice his only son. In this biblical story, an angel ordered Abraham to stop. Abraham’s willingness was enough to appease God and confirm Abraham’s faith and devotion. Caravaggio chose to humanise the angel whilst exaggerating the realism of the scene in order to create a wondrously dramatic piece. His use of light highlights the interaction between the angel and Abraham, bringing it to the forefront of the piece. Caravaggio usually opted to paint scenes in the interior, his subjects illuminated by artificial light, but in the Sacrifice of Isaac, he moves away from his classical pictorial style and the scene takes place outside, though importantly his use of light is not hindered by this diversion from his characteristic scenes.
Uffizi | Terre degli Uffizi
In 2021, the CR Firenze Foundation and the Uffizi Galleries came together to embark upon a five year-long major project to enhance the region’s artistic legacy called Terre degli Uffizi (translated as Lands of the Uffizi). The purpose of the project is to achieve a wider and more dispersed knowledge of the cultural and artistic heritage of Florence, and is therefore titled Uffizi Diffusi. One such summer exhibition, belonging to the Terre degli Uffizi and on display at the Ivan Bruschi House Museum is the exhibition ‘Pietro Benvenuti in the Age of Canova: Paintings and Drawings from Public and Private Collections’. Pietro Benvenuti was an Italian neoclassical painter and this exhibition is curated to celebrate his training, academic success and rise to becoming an ‘imperial painter’ well sought-after by illustrious clients.
The Uffizi Gallery in Florence is home to one of the most exquisite art collections in the world, and can be found adjacent to the Piazza della Signoria. This location is perfect for immersing oneself in art and then indulging in luxurious gelato.
The Uffizi’s permanent collection takes at least 3-4 hours if you wish to truly admire and absorb the works; even if you’re planning a rapid pit stop, we recommend at least 2 hours!
The Birth of Venus
‘The Birth of Venus’ is one of Sandro Botticelli’s greatest and most well-known works. The work was produced on canvas – an alternative and uncommon medium at this time when artists opted for wood panels. In this painting, Botticelli depicts the birth of Venus, whereby she arrived fully formed at the island of Cythera by seashell and sea foam. The theme was borrowed from the musings of Ovid’s Metamorphoses, though there are also clear references to a poetic work by Agnolo Poliziano (a contemporary of Botticelli and a court poet in the house of Medici). The choice of the goddess of love, combined with the literary references, integrate to clearly portray the birth of love. The history of ‘The Birth of Venus’ is a heavily debated topic and a source of contention in the art community, but it is generally agreed that Botticelli’s intentions were that of sensory teasing whilst also creating a painting that was generally accessible to the masses, and thus enormously and timelessly popular.
Sacrifice of Isaac
Michelangelo Merisi, commonly known as Caravaggio, is widely seen as the founder of classical art; his paintings are characterised by realistic observation of the human condition and a dramatic use of light. This use of light came to be known as chiaroscuro, a method whereby subjects were illuminated by bright sluices of light and complemented by darkened shadows. His influence was widespread and prolific, and his style was mimicked by some of the other greatest names in art history such as Peter Paul Rubens, Gian Lorenzo Bernini and Rembrandt. The artists he inspired came to be collectively known as the Caravaggisti. The painting ‘Sacrifice of Isaac’ is the visual representation of the Old Testament tale in which God ordered Abraham to sacrifice his only son. In this biblical story, an angel ordered Abraham to stop. Abraham’s willingness was enough to appease God and confirm Abraham’s faith and devotion. Caravaggio chose to humanise the angel whilst exaggerating the realism of the scene in order to create a wondrously dramatic piece. His use of light highlights the interaction between the angel and Abraham, bringing it to the forefront of the piece. Caravaggio usually opted to paint scenes in the interior, his subjects illuminated by artificial light, but in the Sacrifice of Isaac, he moves away from his classical pictorial style and the scene takes place outside, though importantly his use of light is not hindered by this diversion from his characteristic scenes.
Uffizi | Terre degli Uffizi
In 2021, the CR Firenze Foundation and the Uffizi Galleries came together to embark upon a five year-long major project to enhance the region’s artistic legacy called Terre degli Uffizi (translated as Lands of the Uffizi). The purpose of the project is to achieve a wider and more dispersed knowledge of the cultural and artistic heritage of Florence, and is therefore titled Uffizi Diffusi. One such summer exhibition, belonging to the Terre degli Uffizi and on display at the Ivan Bruschi House Museum is the exhibition ‘Pietro Benvenuti in the Age of Canova: Paintings and Drawings from Public and Private Collections’. Pietro Benvenuti was an Italian neoclassical painter and this exhibition is curated to celebrate his training, academic success and rise to becoming an ‘imperial painter’ well sought-after by illustrious clients.
The Uffizi Gallery in Florence is home to one of the most exquisite art collections in the world, and can be found adjacent to the Piazza della Signoria. This location is perfect for immersing oneself in art and then indulging in luxurious gelato.
The Uffizi’s permanent collection takes at least 3-4 hours if you wish to truly admire and absorb the works; even if you’re planning a rapid pit stop, we recommend at least 2 hours!
The Birth of Venus
‘The Birth of Venus’ is one of Sandro Botticelli’s greatest and most well-known works. The work was produced on canvas – an alternative and uncommon medium at this time when artists opted for wood panels. In this painting, Botticelli depicts the birth of Venus, whereby she arrived fully formed at the island of Cythera by seashell and sea foam. The theme was borrowed from the musings of Ovid’s Metamorphoses, though there are also clear references to a poetic work by Agnolo Poliziano (a contemporary of Botticelli and a court poet in the house of Medici). The choice of the goddess of love, combined with the literary references, integrate to clearly portray the birth of love. The history of ‘The Birth of Venus’ is a heavily debated topic and a source of contention in the art community, but it is generally agreed that Botticelli’s intentions were that of sensory teasing whilst also creating a painting that was generally accessible to the masses, and thus enormously and timelessly popular.
Sacrifice of Isaac
Michelangelo Merisi, commonly known as Caravaggio, is widely seen as the founder of classical art; his paintings are characterised by realistic observation of the human condition and a dramatic use of light. This use of light came to be known as chiaroscuro, a method whereby subjects were illuminated by bright sluices of light and complemented by darkened shadows. His influence was widespread and prolific, and his style was mimicked by some of the other greatest names in art history such as Peter Paul Rubens, Gian Lorenzo Bernini and Rembrandt. The artists he inspired came to be collectively known as the Caravaggisti. The painting ‘Sacrifice of Isaac’ is the visual representation of the Old Testament tale in which God ordered Abraham to sacrifice his only son. In this biblical story, an angel ordered Abraham to stop. Abraham’s willingness was enough to appease God and confirm Abraham’s faith and devotion. Caravaggio chose to humanise the angel whilst exaggerating the realism of the scene in order to create a wondrously dramatic piece. His use of light highlights the interaction between the angel and Abraham, bringing it to the forefront of the piece. Caravaggio usually opted to paint scenes in the interior, his subjects illuminated by artificial light, but in the Sacrifice of Isaac, he moves away from his classical pictorial style and the scene takes place outside, though importantly his use of light is not hindered by this diversion from his characteristic scenes.
Uffizi | Terre degli Uffizi
In 2021, the CR Firenze Foundation and the Uffizi Galleries came together to embark upon a five year-long major project to enhance the region’s artistic legacy called Terre degli Uffizi (translated as Lands of the Uffizi). The purpose of the project is to achieve a wider and more dispersed knowledge of the cultural and artistic heritage of Florence, and is therefore titled Uffizi Diffusi. One such summer exhibition, belonging to the Terre degli Uffizi and on display at the Ivan Bruschi House Museum is the exhibition ‘Pietro Benvenuti in the Age of Canova: Paintings and Drawings from Public and Private Collections’. Pietro Benvenuti was an Italian neoclassical painter and this exhibition is curated to celebrate his training, academic success and rise to becoming an ‘imperial painter’ well sought-after by illustrious clients.
The Uffizi Gallery in Florence is home to one of the most exquisite art collections in the world, and can be found adjacent to the Piazza della Signoria. This location is perfect for immersing oneself in art and then indulging in luxurious gelato.
