The Great Churches of Venice
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1h 8m
Dr. Rocky Ruggiero
By the end of the 15th century, there were over 130 churches in Venice. Churches were not only a way to express religious devotion, but also venues for Venetians to display their wealth through artistic commissions. Join Dr Rocky for this webinar as he explores the great churches of Venice and their architecture and artistic treasures.
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