Gaio Cilnio Mecenate State Archaeological Museum
Gaio Cilnio Mecenate State Archaeological Museum, Archaeological museum in Arezzo, Italy
Description
The Gaio Cilnio Mecenate State Archaeological Museum occupies a fourteenth-century building constructed above the foundations of a Roman amphitheater. The exhibits spread across two floors in twenty-six rooms and display objects from different historical periods that shaped the region.
History
The museum was founded in 1937 and named after Gaius Cilnius Maecenas, an Etruscan from Arezzo who served as advisor to Emperor Augustus. The choice of name reflects the city's connection to an influential figure of the ancient world.
Culture
The collection reflects the skill of local artisans, especially through the large number of terra sigillata vases made in Arezzo that were shipped across the Roman world. This pottery shows how important the city became as a production center during the classical period.
Practical
The museum sits near the train station on Via Margaritone and provides wheelchair access for visitors. Plan enough time to explore the collections spread across both floors at your own pace.
Did you know?
The museum houses a Greek crater by the artist Euphronios depicting Hercules fighting Amazons, one of the most celebrated works in the collection. It also displays objects showcasing rare painting techniques used by ancient artists.
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