BASILICA SANTO SPIRITO
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A former 13th century convent of the Augustinian order, one of the first Augustinian foundations in Florence.
This former 13th century convent of the Augustinian order, one of the first Augustinian foundations in Florence, is located in an almost hidden corner of Florence, but which nevertheless characterizes the Renaissance city so well. The Santo Spirito church, as it is visible today, has moved somewhat away from the original plan that Filippo Brunelleschi had drawn up. The architect could only see the first two years of construction of the church, before he died and entrusted the completion of the work to others. His successors largely changed the original project, centred on the classical order, typical of Renaissance architecture (Greek style columns for example). Nevertheless, this building is considered to be one of the most perfect examples of Renaissance churches.
Inside, the Santo Spirito Basilica is not only distinguished by its elegance and functionality, but also houses a large number of Renaissance Florentine masterpieces of art. The spectacular altar with polychrome marbles is the work of sculptor and architect Giovan Battista Caccini (1556-1613). The church is characterized by columns that divide it into three naves and surround the main altar. In the middle of the former sacristy, in the Barbadori chapel, stands a naked Christ on a cross, about one meter forty tall, sculpted by Michelangelo at the age of eighteen (the artist had offered it to the basilica to thank the priests for their hospitality).
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