Polychrome Bronze Sculpture: A Multi-Analytical Approach to Unveil the Renaissance Gilded Eagles in the Abbey of San Miniato al Monte, Florence

Polychrome Bronze Sculpture: A Multi-Analytical Approach to Unveil the Renaissance Gilded Eagles in the Abbey of San Miniato al Monte, Florence

The gilded bronze eagles that stand upon the summit of the Tabernacle by Michelozzo in the Abbey of San Miniato al Monte, Florence (Italy) are an exquisite example of Italian Renaissance sculpture. Commissioned by Piero di Cosimo de Medici, the two eagles, representing the ancient <i>Arte di C...

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Main Authors: Emma Cantisani, Nicola Salvioli, Barbara Salvadori
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2024-02-01
Series:Heritage
Subjects:
bronze sculpture
Renaissance
gilding
polychromies
non-invasive techniques
micro-invasive techniques
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2571-9408/7/2/47

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