Accademia Gallery. The Official Guide Falletti, Franca

The Accademia Gallery in Florence houses some of the most important Renaissance art in the world — including Michelangelo's *David*. This official guide takes you room by room through the collection, from the towering marble masterpieces to lesser-known Gothic altarpieces and Florentine paintings that shaped Western art. Franca Falletti, former director of the museum, writes with clarity and depth, offering context on technique, symbolism, and the historical moment each work emerged from. You get the stories behind the sculptures, the politics behind the commissions, and insights that transform a museum visit from a checklist into an experience. Whether you're planning a trip to Florence or armchair-travelling from home, this is the guide you want in hand — or on your coffee table.