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Masaccio revolutionized 15th-century art with his groundbreaking use of perspective, light, and emotion, inspiring masters like Michelangelo and Caravaggio. On this intimate guided tour, explore the frescoes of Masaccio, Masolino, and Filippino Lippi, uncovering hidden meanings and dramatic storytelling. Witness the poignant "Expulsion of Adam and Eve" and Saint Peter’s life, brought to life through masterful chiaroscuro. Marvel at depictions of 15th-century Florence and spot Renaissance icons like Brunelleschi and Botticelli. This exclusive experience offers a rare, up-close encounter with artistic genius—an unforgettable journey through history.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
at the ticket office located in Piazza del Carmine 14, Florence
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Itinerary
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In the early 1400s, a young genius named Masaccio dared to break the rules of medieval art by introducing depth, movement, and human emotion never seen before, thus helping to create a new era in art and placing this revolutionary work at the pinnacle of great Italian art. His bold use of perspective and the interplay of light and shadow (chiaroscuro) would continue to inspire history’s greatest artists: even Michelangelo studied these frescoes, drawing lessons that would shape the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, and later Caravaggio found inspiration in them, elevating the dramatic use of light to its highest expression.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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On this guided small-group tour, you will step into the world of Masaccio, Masolino, and Filippino Lippi—the artist who later completed the work in the chapel—as hidden meanings, surprising details, and the intrigue behind every depicted scene are revealed. You will marvel at the poignant expulsion of Adam and Eve from Paradise and the dramatic narration of Saint Peter’s life, moving you as you watch the masterful interplay of light and shadow on frescoes that seem to “sculpt” the scenes.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
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- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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