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Italy, Florence Cathedral (Santa Maria del Fiore)
The typical Italian Gothic building, the Cathedral of Florence, is dedicated to "Santa Maria del Fiore". The church was designed by Arnolfo di Cambio (c1245-1302) who considerably enlarged the existing religious structure. Finished...
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Italy, Florence Baptistery
The present much larger Baptistry was built in Romanesque style around 1059, evidence of the growing economic and political importance of Florence. It was reconsecrated on 6 November 1059 by Pope Nicholas II, a Florentine. According to...
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Khan Academy: Art History: Brunelleschi & Ghiberti: The Sacrifice of Isaac
Video and article discussing the history and features of Brunelleschi and Ghiberti's art panels depciting the sacrifice of Isaac. [5:24]
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Khan Academy: Florence: Brunelleschi & Ghiberti, the Sacrifice of Isaac
This video [5:24] discusses Brunelleschi's & Ghiberti's, Sacrifice of Isaac, competition panels for the second set of bronze doors for the Florence Baptistery, 1401-2. Speakers: Dr. Steven Zucker and Dr. Beth Harris.