The Bargello, which became a sculpture museum in 1865, has many renaissance sculptures, including masterpieces by Michelangelo, such as his Bacchus, Madonna and Child (Tondo Pitti), Brutus and David-Apollo. Also many works by Donatello, Luca della Robbia, Verrocchio, and Cellini.
The National Bargello Museum is housed in the former Palace of the Capitain of the People (Palazzo del Popolo), part of which dates back to 1255.
Opening Hours
Tues - Sun, & 1st, 3rd, 5th Monday of each month
8.15am to 6pm
(Closed 2nd, 4th Monday of each month, May 1st)
Price
4 Euro
Extra fee for special exhibitions
Address
Via del Proconsolo 4
Tel: 055 23 88 606
External Links
www.polomuseale.firenze.it
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