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Beauty in Florence
Among the most striking things I saw with the 5098P on my wrist during the week I spent in Florence was the extraordinary exhibition, which seems to be unprecedented by its span, devoted to one of my long-time favorite painters (and not only Renaissance painters): Fra Angelico (1395-1455).
One of the most beautiful works on display at the Palazzo Strozzi was the Altarpiece of the Compagnia di San Francesco in Santa Croce, called the Franciscan Triptych with its magnificent Madonna at the center (1428-1429, tempera and gold on panel).
As we left and wandered around, night was falling on the Arno and the Ponte Vecchio.
Best, Emmanuel
Beauty in Florence
Among the most striking things I saw with the 5098P on my wrist during the week I spent in Florence was the extraordinary exhibition, which seems to be unprecedented by its span, devoted to one of my long-time favorite painters (and not only Renaissance p...
The subtlety of the color combination is pure joy (pink, lilac, orange, etc., contrasting against the blue).
And, for me, the purity and depth of the feelings expressed are unparalleled. Best, Emmanuel
Yes, the colors are amazing.
And, for me, the purity and depth of the feelings expressed are unparalleled. Best, Emmanuel
I was recently reading about the Medici family and their influence on art (and many other things) in Florence.
I hadn’t realized that they supported painters like Michelangelo in their early years.
Yes, I believe that art at that time
depended entirely on patrons like the Medici. Here’s Michelangelo’s tomb in Basilica Santa Croce. Best, Emmanuel ...
Truly impressive for the era 👌🏻👍🏻👏🏻
And the Gondolo fits right in (would fit in anywhere, to be honest 😁). A very nice city - looks like you thoroughly enjoyed it 👋🏻
Since my wife and I are passionate about fine arts
(she teaches art history), we've explored many museums and seen hundreds of paintings and sculptures, which was a real joy, as these works of art are truly enriching. We also took a short trip to Siena, where there are many wonderful things to be seen too...
Beautiful shots 👌🏻👍🏻
A road trip is currently being planned and Italy is one of the possible destinations. Still narrowing it down to the final option 😊 Will be a lot more driving and less museums, though 😂🤷🏻♂️ Not with wife and kids in this case…
There are so many beautiful places in this country!
And so many beautiful things to see outside of the museums too! But, as far as driving is concerned, I was surprised during our trip from last year (Bologna, Ferrara, Padova, Ravenna, Arezzo) by the fact that the roads are not always very smooth and that ...
The upkeep of the road network is a bit variable for sure 😊
But that’s not an impediment to the committed 😂
On the Ponte Vecchio itself, actually (Fratelli Piccini)!
It's where I was offered to try on the green 5270 and 5204: Patek philippe: Trying On Two Green Perpetual Calendar Chronographs I also visited the VC Boutique and the Parmigiani AD: will post later about these experiences. Best, Emmanuel ...
One of my favorite cities!
I've been there twice in the past two years and I've still hadn't gotten enough!
A wonderful place indeed.
The view from the Giardino Bardini is wonderful. Best, Emmanuel ...