Florence. Part 2

Synopsis: Examines a city block in the centre of Florence, which consists principally of domestic buildings, dominated by the Palace of the Guelf Party (14th-16th century). These include a medieval tower-house, the Hall of the Silk Guild (14th century), the Palazzo dei Giandonati (14th-15th century) and the Palazzo Canacci (15th century). Shows how, rather than being neaty planned in any one period, the block evolved organically, with new buildings being fitted into available space, and building developments being affected by changes in political fortunes.
Series: Art in Fifteenth-Century Italy, Course A353
Language: English
Country: Great Britain
Medium: Video; Videocassette. Standard formats. col. 24 min.
Year of production: 1986
Availability: OUT OF DISTRIBUTION
Subjects: Architecture
Keywords: buildings; Florence; Italy; medieval buildings; Renaissance buildings

Producer

Robert Philip

Cast

Erika Langmuir

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