Palazzo Davia Bargellini, Renaissance museum and palace on Strada Maggiore, Bologna, Italy
The Palazzo Davia Bargellini stands with two massive stone giants sculpted by Gabriele Brunelli and Francesco Agnesini framing its entrance portal.
Commissioned in 1638 by Camillo Bargellini, the palace construction continued until 1658 under the architectural direction of Bartolomeo Provaglia.
The museum exhibits a collection of paintings from medieval to 19th century periods, including works by Vitale da Bologna and Simone dei Crocifissi.
Visitors can access the museum through public transportation, with bus lines 14, 19, 25, and 27C stopping near the palace location.
The museum displays an 18th-century theatrical puppet stage and a miniature representation of a period Bolognese residence interior.
Location: Bologna
Inception: 17 century
Architectural style: Renaissance architecture
GPS coordinates: 44.49226,11.35189
Latest update: March 6, 2025 19:19
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