Italian masters

Florentine artistic giants

Italian masters refers to the renowned painters, sculptors, and architects of Italy, particularly those from the Renaissance and Baroque periods.

The term evokes figures like Leonardo, Michelangelo, Raphael, and Caravaggio, whose works defined Western art.

The museum's collection of Italian masters draws visitors from around the world.

In other contexts, Italian masters may refer to expert craftsmen in fields like violin-making or cuisine.

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