Episode 23: Siena – City of the Virgin Mary (Battle of Montaperti/Duccio's Maestà)

Episode 23: Siena – City of the Virgin Mary (Battle of Montaperti/Duccio’s Maestà)

February 6, 2024

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This episode examines the very special relationship that Siena has with the Virgin Mary and how this privileged relationship came about. We shall also discuss one of the most important paintings in the history of art – Duccio’s great Maestà.

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Episode 23: Siena – City of the Virgin Mary (Battle of Montaperti/Duccio’s Maestà)

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