Biblioteca Marucelliana
Biblioteca Marucelliana, State public library and archive in Historic Centre of Florence, Italy.
Description
The Biblioteca Marucelliana is a state public library and archive located in the historic center of Florence, housed in a building on Via Camillo Cavour. The collection contains over one million volumes, including manuscripts, prints, drawings, and newspapers.
History
Francesco Marucelli founded this library in 1752 with an initial collection of 6000 manuscripts. The collection grew significantly in 1776 when materials from suppressed Jesuit institutions were added.
Culture
The library is named after its founder Francesco Marucelli and reflects his passion for collecting knowledge. Visitors can observe how a private collection evolved into an important institution for Florence over time.
Practical
The building is conveniently located in the city center and easily accessible on foot, with clear landmarks nearby. Since it operates as a research and archive center, visitors should check opening hours and access requirements in advance.
Did you know?
The archive preserves two globes from 1699 created by Venetian cosmographer Vincenzo Coronelli, depicting the celestial and terrestrial spheres. These objects are rare examples of cartographic craftsmanship from that era.
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