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Linda Falcone, in conversation with AADFI president, Dr Cristina Acidini. The talk looks at whether we can claim that this is where the Renaissance really started and presents a unique opportunity to (virtually) visit where art training began - the world over - in a space that s only very rarely open to the public.
Florence’s Drawing Academy, which has been open continuously since 1563, was ideated by Giorgio Vasari and founded by Cosimo I de’ Medici as an association for artists at a time when painters still belonged to the Guild of Physicians and Spice Makers, given that their craft involved the grinding of colours. Accademia delle Arti del Disegno president Dr. Cristina Acidini reveals the secrets of this intriguing venue at the very heart of Florence s art history, whose ranks include Michelangelo, Bronzino and Artemisia Gentileschi, the first woman granted membership, in 1615.
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I Love Lego exhibition arrives at Pontedera s PALP Palazzo Pretorio. With over a million bricks in a kaleidoscope of colours, the show charms and cheers with the creative constructions that turn toys into art. Play, have fun and discover with the six dioramas that vary from pirates to Ancient Rome. Architectural and engineering masterpieces are rendered in Lego form with detailed sets constructed with the help of group of enthusiastic collectors in partnership with Legolize, a humorous platform that creates comics using LEGO founded by Mattia Marangoni, Samuele Rovituso and Pietro Alcaro. Specific installations will “invade” the existing dioramas with trademark humour and flair. Perfect for fun, fans and families, booking a ticket in advance is recommended. The exhibition will be open from Monday to Friday, 10am to 6pm and tickets cost from 6-10 euro.
Restoration Conversations: The world s oldest drawing academy, Accademia del Disegno theflorentine.net - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from theflorentine.net Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.