Dante's House (Casa Di Dante) in the 13th century was home to Alighieri families. This area stretched between church Piazza dei Donati and S. Martino in Florence, Italy. At the onset of 20th century, Municipal Administration asked to build a façade, now known as Dante's House, to commemorate the birth of Dante Alighieri, the famous author of Divine Comedy. This world over acknowledged masterpiece in literature was written by the writer in Terza Rima, in his vernacular language.
The second floor has records pertaining to his tedious exile in 1301, the year which marked his condemnation as well. After touring several cities, Dante finally decided to live his last years in Ravenna wherein in breathed his last breathe at the Guido da Polenta.
The third floor reserves a record of documents marking Dante's fortune in centuries which are skillfully represented excellent paintings and other work of art. The records range from 14th century to today. One would also find art work of other artists like, Beato Angelico, Michelangelo and Raphael, Luca Signorelli, Ghirlandaio et al.
Dante's House
Florence, Tuscany, Italy
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