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:: The Medici Treasury in Pitti ::
The Museum houses an extraordinarily rich collection of precious objects, many of which were commissioned by members of the Medici family The state rooms formed part of the grand-ducal summer apartment and show the most incredible tromp-oils.
The works of art range from Florentine workmanship to other schools and countries and include rock crystal vases and works in pietre dure (semi-precious stones), ivory, gems, cameos, silver, carpets, clocks and chinoiserie.
The Museum is situated in the left wing of the Pitti Palace on the ground floor and in the first mezzanine.
Information
Daily:
8.15 – 16.30 (November – February)
8.15 – 17.30 (March and October)
8.15 – 18.30 (April, May and September)
8.15 – 19.30 (June – August)
Closed on the 1st and the last Monday of each month, New Year's Day, May 1st and Christman Day
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