Museo dell'Accademia Etrusca

The Museo dell'Accademia Etrusca (MAEC) is located in the Palazzo Casali, a former monastery and palace in the heart of Cortona. The museum showcases an impressive collection of Etruscan artifacts, including bronze figurines, pottery, and the famous Etruscan chandelier, as well as Renaissance paintings and decorative arts. The collection was assembled by the Accademia Etrusca, a learned society founded in 1727. Visitors can explore rooms filled with ancient relics, medieval manuscripts, and works by artists such as Luca Signorelli and Pinturicchio. The museum also features a modern section on Etruscan daily life, making it a comprehensive introduction to the region's ancient culture.

Don't miss

• The Etruscan bronze chandelier (5th century BC), a masterpiece of ancient metalwork.
• The 'Museo dell'Accademia Etrusca' section with Etruscan bronzes, urns, and jewelry.
• Renaissance paintings by Luca Signorelli, including a polyptych from the church of San Niccolò.
• The 'Gipsoteca' (plaster cast gallery) with copies of classical sculptures.
• The library of the Accademia, containing rare books and manuscripts.

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Museo dell'Accademia Etrusca

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