On the occasion of itsextraordinary opening on January 1, 2026, with continuous opening hours from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., the Museo dell’Opificio delle Pietre Dure in Florence will present a new acquisition that further enriches the prestigious collection of works made with the refined technique of Florentine commesso. These are two panels depicting figures in oriental dress, belonging to a type that was particularly popular during the 18th century both for its exotic subject matter and for the small size that allowed it to be used as decorative elements within fine furnishings. The pair of panels is of special interest for the history of the Opificio, since on the back of one of the panels it is possible to read the signature of Niccolò Merlini, an artist active in the Grand Ducal workshops in the second half of the 18th century.
Admission will be charged at the regular rate, with full tickets costing 6.00 euros and reduced tickets at 2.00 euros. The gratuities provided by current regulations remain valid.
Exceptionally, on the day of January 1, 2026, it will also be possible to access the inner courtyard of the Opificio delle Pietre Dure, which houses the repository of the grand ducal stones.
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