There is a specific quality of light in Florence that Beato Angelico captured better than any other. From September 26th, the city pays homage to this Dominican friar; a master who bridged the gap between Late Gothic grace and Renaissance perspective, with a sprawling exhibition across Palazzo Strozzi and the Museo di San Marco.
Curated by Carl Brandon Strehlke, this is the first major monographic exhibition dedicated to the artist in seven decades. It is a meticulous assembly of over 140 items, featuring loans from the Louvre, The Met, and the Vatican Museums. The exhibition brilliantly maps Angelico’s influence on peers like Masaccio and Filippo Lippi, while highlighting his revolutionary use of space and color.
For the discerning traveler, this event represents the pinnacle of the 2025 cultural calendar. It is a rare opportunity to witness reconstructed altarpieces that have been scattered across the globe for over two centuries, now returned to their spiritual home.
To complement this journey into the Quattrocento, a stay at Loggiato dei Serviti is essential. Nestled in a historic piazza, the hotel offers a refined sanctuary that mirrors the serene, architectural beauty found within Angelico’s frescoes. It is, quite simply, the only place to retreat after a day of artistic immersion.
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