Porta della Mandorla, Gothic marble portal at Florence Cathedral, Italy.
The Porta della Mandorla features intricate carvings, elaborate plant motifs, and an almond-shaped frame surrounding the Virgin Mary's Assumption relief.
Construction of the portal started in 1391 and continued until 1423, with contributions from multiple sculptors including Nanni di Banco and Donatello.
The portal's decorative elements combine Gothic architectural features with early Renaissance sculptural innovations, marking a transition between these artistic periods.
Located on the north side of Florence Cathedral, the portal underwent extensive restoration work between 2002 and 2012 to preserve its marble details.
The tympanum contains Nanni di Banco's relief of the Assumption, depicting angels carrying the Virgin Mary within an almond-shaped mandorla frame.
Inception: 3 Millenium
Creator: Antonio di Banco, Nanni di Banco, Donatello, Pietro di Niccolò Lamberti
Made from material: marble
GPS coordinates: 43.77333,11.25657
Latest update: May 11, 2025 02:02
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