Located in the heart of the city of Florence, Casa Buonarroti is a Museum, sometimes considered a monument, that holds and honors the works of art of Michelangelo Buonarroti. This Museum offers one of the most in-depth experiences about the artist, giving a great perspective of his life and his studies and what brought him to becoming the genius he was.
Let’s find out something more about Casa Buonarroti in Florence and why you should add it to your Florence itineraries!
Casa Buonarroti: a monument to Michelangelo’s life and art
The building that the Museum is in today is a collection of the buildings that Michelangelo bought, lived in and rented during his time in Rome and Florence. Michelangelo had, in fact, come to Rome in 1508 to work on the Tomb of Pope Julius II and, during that time, he became the owner of four buildings located via Buonarroti. He later bought a fifth building and he lived in the two most spacious ones throughout his years in Florence, when he was working on the façade of the Basilica San Lorenzo.
The building then became property of Michelangelo’s nephew, after his death in 1590. He turned the buildings into a monument in honor of his uncle. The inside of the building was decorated by artists like Artemisia Gentileschi, Francesco Furini, Giovanni da San Giovanni, Ottavio Vannini, Jacopo Vignali, and more.
The Rich Collection of Casa Buonarroti: a glimpse into Michelangelo’s genius
As previously mentioned, Casa Buonarroti houses some of the most important elements of Michelangelo’s work and life. You can find pretty much anything in here, from his drawings and sketches to his best works. Here’s a list of some of the best works of art to look out for when visiting Casa Buonarroti:
- Madonna of the Stairs (1491);
- Battle of the Centaurs (1492);
- Torso Virile I, Torso Virile II (1513);
- Dio Fluviale (1524);
- Bozzetto per un Dio Fluviale (1524);
- Madonna col Bambino (1525);
- Bozzetto per un crocifisso (1562);
Conclusion
If you’re in Florence and love Michelangelo’s works of art, visiting Casa Buonarroti is definitely a must! This Museum is the best way to find out more about his works and life and we can assure you it won’t disappoint. If you want to get to know more about Italy and the city of Florence, check out our other blogs and make sure you book a private tour with us!
