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Why the
Bargello Palace Museum
in Florence is special

This museum houses a superb collection of 13th to 16th century sculptures. An architecturally stunning courtyard lies within the museum's massive crenellated Florentine-style Gothic building.


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Do-not-miss list

Enjoy the works of:

Michelangelo
Topping the list are works by Michelangelo. They include these four masterpieces: Brutus, Bacchus,
David-Apollo, and Madonna & Child.
Donatello
Donatello's outstanding creations include San Giorgio and his two Davids.

You'll also find splendid works by masters such as Cellini and Ghiberti.


Bargello Palace
history in brief

The building's purpose has radically transformed through its 750 years of existence.

It was built in the 1250s. Early on, it was a government seat.

During its middle years, its functions fluctuated. It was variously a court, jail and police headquarters. And, executions were carried out in its interior outdoor courtyard 

In 1865, it became a national museum - and remains so today.


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