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The Alabaster Polyptych

English mastery Stories from the Passion of Christ (Alabaster Polyptych)., first half of the 15th cent. Polychrome alabaster, central panel 73 x 25 cm, side panels 40 x 22 cm each Museo Schifanoia, inv. OA1636   Consisting of six panels and a larger slab, these Stories of Christ, commonly known as Alabaster Polyptych, are the […]

The Hall of Months

The Hall of Months Promoted by Borso d’Este beginning in 1466, the expansion of the original delizia at Schifanoia allowed for the creation of a large room designed to welcome guests and court, as well as to exalt the duke’s lineage and political and social virtues. The great hall, which houses one of the largest […]