Detail from the Porta della Mondorla in the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
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Catalogue Number: 080.080.002
Description: A detail from the second doorway on the north called the Porta della Mondorla in the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore in Florence, also known as the Duomo. The cathedral is known for its dome with it’s unique unsupported octagonal shape. Construction on the gigantic building began in 1296 and was not completed until 1436. The piece itself is a small relief depicting women, children, and wildlife in a floral surrounding.
Artist of Original: Niccola d’Arezzon
Period of Original: European Renaissance
Date of Original: 1408
Area of Origin of Original: Florence, Italy
Material of Original: N/A
Dimensions of Cast (H x W x D): 24” x 29” x 6”
Location of Cast: 20 W. 44 St. New York, NY USA
Provenance: Metropolitan Museum of Art
Condition of Cast: Only superficial damage to most of the cast, missing part of creature in the center, as well as discoloration. Cast has been thoroughly cleaned.
Links to Additional Information: N/A