Cappelle Medicee
Museum Gallery
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Domed landmark containing tombs of the Medici family, including the New Sacristy by Michelangelo.
Piazza di Madonna degli Aldobrandini, 6, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
+39 055 064 9430
Did You Know?
First Architectural Project
The Medici Chapels were Michelangelo's first architectural project, although he never completed the Sagrestia Nuova, his influence is still evident in the sculptures and overall design.
Chapel Structures
The Medici Chapels consist of two main structures: the Sagrestia Nuova (New Sacristy) and the Cappella dei Principi (Chapel of the Princes).
Honoring the Powerful
The chapels were built to honor the Medici family, who were not only patrons of the church but also the Grand Dukes of Tuscany, showcasing their power and influence during the Renaissance.
Sagrestia Nuova Material
The Sagrestia Nuova, designed by Michelangelo, is constructed with gray pietra serena and whitewashed walls, creating a striking contrast.
