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Fra Angelico's magnificent 15th-century frescoes at San Marco monastery in Florence are among the greatest achievements in the history of art. You will tour this widely loved site, guided by the scholarship of an extremely regarded art historian. This Jane's Smart Art Audio Guide is the exclusive audio adaptation of a favorite book in THE FANTASTIC Fresco Cycles of the Renaissance series, compiled by William Hood, professor of art history at Oberlin College and a renowned Fra Angelico scholar. Jane's engaging narration reveals the true meaning of Fra Angelico's art in the context of the culture and monastic traditions of the times, and explains the central role these ground-breaking paintings played in the daily lives of the humble friars who lived here. Some famous feet have walked these halls: one of Michelangelo's brothers was an Observant Dominican living here, Cosimo dei Medici had a suite of cells here, and the fire-and-brimstone preacher Savonarola was prior at San Marco in the late 15th century.This in-depth guide is indispensable for art-lovers and history-buffs. It is the smart way to experience Fra Angelico's frescoes at San Marco! With Jane as your audio tour guide, you can set aside your guidebook, become absorbed in the storyline of San Marco, and experience a deep and lasting appreciation of the essence of the remarkable place.The 45-minute "Slice of History" background segment is meant for advance listening. It offers the context that will improve your appreciation of what you will see once you reach San Marco. The on-site tour starts in the lovely, restful cloister and the adjacent Chapter Room, and then proceeds upstairs to the dormitory. The on-site tour takes from 75 minutes to 95 minutes.A printable eight-panel PDF file includes floor plans keyed to the audio track list, to keep you oriented, and a glossary to clarify unfamiliar terms.
