Museum Antico Palazzo dei Vescovi in Pistoia

Nestled in the heart of Pistoia, the Museo dell’Antico Palazzo dei Vescovi offers a captivating journey through medieval and modern art.

This historic building, dating back to 1091, showcases stunning architectural elements and remarkable artworks.
Highlights include the San Jacopo sacristy, mentioned by Dante, the San Nicola chapel, and panoramic views from the Cathedral’s upper porch.
Visitors can marvel at masterpieces such as the “arazzo millefiori,” Giovanni Pisano’s wooden angel, and Giovanni Boldini’s tempera murals.
Informative materials and QR codes enhance the visitor experience, providing insights from Etruscan art to the 19th century.

Arazzo millefiori

Arazzo millefiori

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