Villa Bardini Overview
History & Features Of Villa Bardini
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Museo Capucci, the first museum in the history of Villa Bardini, was opened in 2008 as a dedication to the fashion designer Robert Capucci. The museum houses a permanent exhibition that showcases twelve sculpture-dresses designed by Capucci for the 1995 Venice Biennale. It also hosts temporary exhibitions where you can see the stylist’s productions from the 1950s to the present day. Thirty dresses, divided into groups, along with their sketches, audiovisuals and press reviews, are periodically rotated during these events. The museum also organises educational events and seminars to learn and appreciate the craftsmanship and artistic vision of Robert Capucci.
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Museo Annigoni is a permanent monographic museum in Villa Bardini history dedicated to the works of the Italian artist, Pietro Annigoni. It puts on display a wide selection of artworks from various periods, subjects and techniques that belonged to the artist’s collection. You can see around 6000 exhibits including Annigoni’s self-portraits, portraits of his family members, paintings about nature and technically sophisticated works depicting different landscapes. The museum also has an exhibition centre to host temporary events in the theme of Annigoni’s works and featuring artistic creations from the 19th and 20th centuries.
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The Bardini Garden is a magical green space from where you admire the beauty of Florence, its urban landscape, monuments and nearby hills. It is divided into three different gardens- the Italian garden in the centre, English woods on the west and agricultural park on the east. The rural part features fruit trees, Noisette roses, hydrangeas and wisteria along with a great baroque staircase while the English Garden has an Anglo-Chinese landscape. You can see orchards of different fruits and Tuscan farming tradition of growing plants on cordons and trellises in the agricultural park.
FAQs
What is Villa Bardini and where is it located?
Villa Bardini is a heritage museum housed in a historica villa in Florence in Italy. It is located in the Oltrarno district on the southern bank of the Arno River, on the slopes of Montecuccoli hill. The villa stands between Costa San Giorgio and Borgo San Niccolo, near the Boboli Gardens.
Who designed Villa Bardini?
Villa Bardini was initially designed by the Italian architect and sculptor, Gherardo Silvani, in the 17th century for Francesco Manadori. According to Villa Bardini history, it underwent several modifications and transformations whenever the owners changed during the 19th centuries and by Stefano Bardini who bought it in 1913.
What is the architectural style of Villa Bardini?
Villa Bardini exhibits a blend of different architectural styles that showcase distinct features. The structure was initially designed in the Baroque style by Gherardo Silvani in the 17th century. However, over the years in the history of Villa Bardini, it has undergone several repairs, modifications and additions that include elements of Baroque, Neoclassical, and Renaissance styles.
Are there any gardens surrounding Villa Bardini?
Yes, Villa Bardini is surrounded by a beautiful garden called ‘Giardino Bardini’ which is an Italian Renaissance Garden with ornamental plants and blooming trees. The Bardini Garden is split into three different styles of gardens- the Italianate, the English Garden and the agricultural landscape.
How can I reach Villa Bardini by public transportation?
- By bus: Board the bus to Piazza Poggi or Porta Romana bus stops from where you can walk to Villa Bardini in 10 minutes.
- By train: Firenze Statuto is the nearest train terminal and is located just 8 minutes away from Villa Bardini
- By taxi: You can book a taxi to Villa Bardini for 10 Euros.