Artful Italy

The Hidden Treasures

By Brandon, Ann S.

Publishers Summary:
For those wanting to explore Italy's rich artistic heritage beyond the usual tourist attractions, this unique guide is the answer. Presented are the more authentic, less-crowded locations and works, including tapestries, paintings, sculptures, and gardens, that are often the favorites of Italian art connoisseurs. An introduction to the huge "Tapestries of the Month" in Milan, which occupy an entire banquet room of the Castello Sforzesco; the vibrant and surreal "Dante Room" at the Casino Massimo, Rome; the Ancient Instruments Collection; and many other hidden treasures set this true art-lover's guide apart from the many guidebooks that cover the usual well-worn attractions.

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ISBN
978-1-93122-904-3
Publisher
Invisible Cities Press


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Reviewed on December 1, 2001

Every year, millions of tourists throng Italy, patiently standing in interminable lines to see the great museums of Venice, Florence, Rome, and other cities. Brandon, a former arts editor who lived in Rome for 20 years, asserts that in a year 2000 study, some 2.8 million Americans said they planned to visit Italy and 1.2 million said they wanted to explore less familiar sights. This guide is certainly intended for thos...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

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