Piero della Francesca's masterwork Madonna del Parto from 1467 is a must-see if you visit Monterchi, and following the trail of P.d.Francesca's works around the Arezzo region would be a perfect theme for an itinerary.
The work of the Madonna, proudly drawing attention to her visual pregnancy, was discovered in a chapel in Monterchi, but is now displayed in it's own building, a former school house. It was restored in 1992/93.
Written Jul 5, 2003
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Piero della Francesca's masterwork Madonna del Parto from 1467 is a must-see if you visit Monterchi, and following the trail of P.d.Francesca's works around the...
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Monterchi - home of the "Madonna del Parto"

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