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The Pitti Palace dominates the Piazza de’ Mario Rossi in Florence, Italy. Originally constructed for the wealthy Bardi family, it was acquired by the Medici dynasty in 1549 and subsequently served as a residence for Grand Dukes and Kings of Tuscany. Today, the palace houses five museums including the Gallery of Modern Art and the Museum of Costume and Fashion. It is primarily used by art and history enthusiasts visiting Florence and those interested in the city’s rich Renaissance heritage.
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Pitti Palace ranks #58 of 295 in the Palace ranking, behind Palais du Luxembourg, ahead of Blenheim Palace.
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When did the Medici family acquire the Pitti Palace?
The Medici family purchased the Pitti Palace in 1549 when Eleonora di Toledo, wife of Cosimo I de' Medici, bought it from the Pitti family. The palace subsequently became the main Medici residence and was greatly expanded to accommodate the grand ducal court of Tuscany.
What museums are housed inside the Pitti Palace today?
The Pitti Palace contains five museums: the Palatine Gallery with its Renaissance paintings, the Gallery of Modern Art, the Treasury of the Grand Dukes, the Museum of Costume and Fashion, and the Porcelain Museum. Behind the palace, the expansive Boboli Gardens serve as an open-air museum of sculpture and landscape design.
Where is the Pitti Palace located in Florence?
The Pitti Palace is located on the south side of the River Arno in the Oltrarno district of Florence, dominating the large Piazza de' Pitti. Its rear facade opens onto the famous Boboli Gardens, one of the finest examples of Italian Renaissance garden design.
Who originally commissioned the Pitti Palace?
The palace was originally commissioned in the mid-15th century by Luca Pitti, a wealthy Florentine banker and rival of the Medici family. The building was intended to rival the Medici's own residence in size and grandeur, though Pitti died before its completion.
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