Palazzo Cini
Former residence of Count Vittorio Cini (1885-1977), housing an important part of his collection of Italian masterpieces.
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One of the most sumptuous rooms in the palace.
Conceived by Count Cini as a reception room and embellished by glass and porcelain objects, it was the ideal place for “art luncheons” – meetings with art historians and antiquarian friends, during which they discussed potential acquisitions to enrich the collection.
The room is characterised by the presence of two large polyptych altarpieces, significant examples of Tuscan figurative art from the late 14th to early 15th century, and an interesting series of paintings with gold backgrounds from the Sienese Quattrocento.
In 2013, Palazzo Cini was the venue of Angola's presentation at the 55th International Art Exhibition of the Venice Biennale. It was awarded the Golden Lion for Best National Participation (see 2nd of the sliding photos).
© Photos: Haupt & Binder, Universes in Universe
Former residence of Count Vittorio Cini (1885-1977), housing an important part of his collection of Italian masterpieces.