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History's Greatest Cities

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The Evolution of Italian Art Patronage and Italy's Unification

Italian art patronage evolved through different rulers and crises, such as the Napoleonic Wars. Napoleon's actions led to the borrowing of Italian art treasures for the Louvre. After Napoleon's era, Italy was unified in the 19th century. During this time, Florence briefly served as the capital of Italy until Rome joined the united kingdom in 1870. Palazzo Piti is recommended for exploring artifacts from this period, showcasing the splendor of the Lorene rule and later Medici dukes.

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