Le Gallerie Degli Uffizi
Set within the beauty and grace of Florence sits an art gallery overflowing with artistic splendour, a stunning venue that is home to some of the most spectacular masterpieces in the world. An artistic treasure trove waiting to be explored and discovered. This gallery has something for everyone and is sure to delight.
The venue itself is a breathtaking feat of architectural wonder and the central columns draw you in to discover the masterpieces. The moment you enter the Uffizi you will be left speechless by the magnificence and grandeur of the rooms around you. Ornate and decorative details drape the architecture, sculptural arches lead your eyes to the vaulted rooflines where delicately painted murals and tiles adorn the ceilings. As you meander your way around the rooms on the decorative floors you’re transported to another world, a world of wonder and true Italian style. Escape and allow yourself the time to fully immerse yourself in the experience that is the Uffizi.
Le Gallerie Degli Uffizi is so much more than just an art gallery, the collections are vast, rich and varied. With genres ranging from classical painting and sculpture to costume, fashion, fountains and even botany, whatever you choose to see and explore during your visit you are not going to be disappointed. Of course, this is the Uffizi though and it is known as one of the best art galleries in Italy and is famous all over the world. Although the collections are vast and varied it is probably most well known for its collection of art from the Italian Renaissance Period.
Within this mesmerising venue you will find classical masterpieces such as the paintings ‘Birth of Venus’ 1482-1485, by Sandro Botticelli, ‘Ognissanti Madonna’ 1306, by Giotto di Bondone, ‘Madonna del Cardellino’ also known as ‘Madonna and the goldfinch’ 1506 by Raffaello, ‘Annunciation’ 1472- 1475, by Leonardo da Vinci and Andrea del Verrochio, ‘Venus of Urbino’ 1538 by Titan and ‘Medusa’ 1597 by Caravaggio. All classics that to be viewed in front of you within the walls of the Uffizi is an experience like no other, an experience to capture, hold onto and share with loved ones.
These masterpieces have survived through so many years of change and to see their beauty and the artistic skills these artists had is definitely worth including on your visit to Florence. After spending time immersing yourself in the classics escape into the beautifully manicured grounds of the Uffizi to soak up the sculptures, landscaping and architectural details that make this setting so unique and interesting.
The Uffizi really does provide everyone with a breathtaking experience of varied art and no matter whether you are an experienced painter, beginner or not too sure what art is all about exploring this venue is definitely a day you will never forget, so grab your comfy shoes and prepared to be amazed by the masterpiece that is the Le Gallerie Degli Uffizi.
