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t Accademia

The largest collection of Venetian art in
existence, the Gallerie dell’Accademia is
housed in three former reli gious buildings.
The basis of the collection was the
Accademia di Belle Arti, founded in 1750
by the painter Giambattista Piazzetta. In 1807
Napoleon moved the academy to these
premises and the collection was greatly
enlarged by works of art from the churches
and monasteries that he suppressed.
The Apothecary’s Shop
Pietro Longhi is best known for
his witty, gently satirical
depictions of domestic 13
patrician life in Venice. This 12
detail comes from a painting
dated c.1752.
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. The Tempest (c.1507)
In his enigmatic landscape,
Giorgione was probably indulging
his imagination rather than portraying
a specific subject. 18
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Key to Floorplan
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Byzantine and International Gothic
Early Renaissance
High Renaissance
Baroque, genre and landscapes 24
Ceremonial paintings
Innovation
Non-exhibition space
The Ground-floor Galleries

Gallery Guide
The current programme of restoration work
is ongoing; be prepared for absent paintings
or closed off sections. It is sensible to phone
ahead. The paintings are dependent on natural
light, so try to visit on a bright morning. The
recently added ground-floor galleries are The former Church of Sala dell’Albergo
thematically arranged, while upstairs a second Santa Maria della
gallery called Quadreria contains works by Carità was rebuilt by
artists such as Bellini. Guided visits are free of Bartolomeo Bon in the
charge but it is essential to book in advance. mid-15th century. Entrance

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