Laurent Binet’s Renaissance epistolary novel blends the postmodern playfulness of Umberto Eco with the vigour of Dashiell ...

Florence combines world-class art, stunning views, and delicious cuisine, making it a memorable destination with history and ...

Something The Mona Lisa, David, and The School of Athens all have in common is they represent a way of thinking that was shaping and being shaped by the visual arts of that period. From the 14th ...

Overshadowed by its more famous neighbours, Ferrara has something those cities don’t – no signs of overtourism.

While Florence is often positioned as the center of the Renaissance by art historians, Siena was the site of a phenomenal artistic innovation and activity 1300-1350. Others think that Siena ushered in ...

Italy's frescoes provide unique insights into cultural, religious, and intellectual history, showcasing the nation's artistic ...

Ashmolean director Dr Xa Sturgis described the painting as "both very calm, but also very charged" Museum staff have shared the history of a rare Italian renaissance painting they managed to save ...

One city that happens to have its fair share of both art and religious sites is Florence. The so-called ... And while you can see many Renaissance artworks all over the city, one of the best ...