Renaissance Sculpture in Siena
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1h 4m
While the Tuscan city of Siena is most celebrated for its Gothic painting, it is also home to some of the greatest sculptural masterpieces of the Renaissance. Join Dr. Rocky for this webinar where he will explore the extraordinary collection of Renaissance sculptures in Siena.
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