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Giotto exhibition in Umbria to celebrate 800th anniversary of St Francis

Umbria marks Francis centenary with major Giotto exhibition

March 19, 2026March 19, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Umbria is marking the 800th anniversary of the death of Saint Francis of Assisi with a major Giotto exhibition in Perugia, bringing together some of the most significant works of early Italian art.

On this day in history: Renaissance artist Giotto dies

January 8, 2022January 8, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The 14th century painter Giotto di Bondone, known simply as Giotto, died on 8th January, 1337 in Florence. He was one of the greatest artists of the early Renaissance period.