Diocesan Museum (Genoa)
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The Diocesan museum of Genoa is located in Genova in the region of Liguria. It is found inside the old residence of the canons of the Cathedral of San Lorenzo and is accessible through the cloister of San Lorenzo. The cloister, built in the 12th century,[1] is characterized by two levels of arches resting on double Romanesque columns with leaved capitals. In the 17th century two sides of the building were modified, with the double columns substituted with heavy pilasters in order to support the above two floors constructed for additional space.[1] The museum houses objects from the diocese of Genoa and the surrounding area, including sculptures, paintings, frescoes, illuminated manuscripts, and a series of liturgical items, as well as an archeological area.
Museo Diocesano di Genova | |
Established | 16 December 2000 (2000-12-16) |
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Location | Genova |
Coordinates | 44.4079287°N 8.9296586°E / 44.4079287; 8.9296586 |
Type | Diocesan museum |
Website | Official Museum Website (in Italian) |