Contini Bonacossi collection, Art collection at Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy
The Contini Bonacossi collection is an art collection housed within the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, containing around 35 paintings, 12 sculptures, and 11 Della Robbia ceramics with coat of arms designs. These works are displayed in dedicated rooms that showcase different artistic styles and periods from Italian art history.
The collection was assembled between World War I and World War II by Count Alessandro Contini Bonacossi and his wife Vittoria Galli. They built this collection by working with major art historians and collectors of their era.
The collection features works by Italian masters from different periods of the Renaissance and Baroque eras, displayed in dedicated rooms within the gallery. Visitors encounter paintings, sculptures, and decorative pieces that show how artistic styles evolved across centuries of Italian art.
Access to the collection is through scheduled guided tours due to limited staff availability. It is best to check opening times in advance and plan enough time to explore the dedicated rooms at a relaxed pace.
A notable highlight is the marble statue of Saint Lawrence by Bernini, one of only two sculptures by this artist in Florence. This rare work demonstrates Bernini's masterful hand and ranks among the most important pieces in the collection.
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