Biblioteca comunale dell’Archiginnasio was erected 1563 by the architect Morandi under Pier Donato Cesi. Under a double loggia are paintings and memorials to past professors. It also boasts over 6,000 heraldic shields and an incredible array of art work throughout the stair wells, walls, rooms and arches. The Anatomy Theatre displays wooden statues by Giannotti.
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Archiginnasio part 2
Wednesday, June 7th, 2006
A brief tour of Biblioteca comunale dell’Archiginnasio public library showing rooms with spectacular art work displayed on walls alongside traditional style consultation rooms. Also includes the original 1800s catalogue written in antique calligraphy.
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A brief tour of Biblioteca comunale dell’Archiginnasio public library showing rooms with spectacular art work displayed on walls alongside traditional style consultation rooms. Also includes the original 1800s catalogue written in antique calligraphy.