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Vandalism in Florence's Iconic Vasari Corridor
Aug 25, 2023
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Vasari Corridor, a historic Italian treasure, suffers graffiti vandalism prompting Uffizi Gallery's director to demand strict legal consequences. Urgent call highlights need for preserving cultural heritage amidst rising acts of defacement across Italy.
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"Shine": the Jeff Koons exhibition at Palazzo Strozzi, Florence (Italy).
Nov 16, 2021
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Jeff Koons is the protagonist of the exhibition Shine, a "blockbuster" event conceived to bring together the masterpieces of the American artist, which will be open until the end of January 2022, at Palazzo Strozzi, Florence (Italy). The exhibition, born from the collaboration of the Florentine institution with the American artist, revolves around the concept of brightness, or "shine", which characterizes most of the works on display...
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Ex-school principal fired for showing Michelangelo's 'David' travels to Florence
May 3, 2023
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Hope Carrasquilla, a Florida administrator who was fired for showing students Michelangelo's naked David sculpture, was flown to Florence.
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The director of the Galleria dell'Accademia compares the city of Florence to a prostitute
Jan 31, 2024
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Cecilie Hollberg, the director of Florence's Galleria dell’Accademia, sparked controversy by comparing the city to a prostitute due to overwhelming tourism. Her remarks led to backlash from Italian officials and an ensuing apology, amidst political tensions over her German nationality in Italy's current administration.