Milan+Cathedral


 * __Milan Cathedral

__** The façade of this cathedral was designed by architects from France, Germany, England, and Italy. The architects were forced to make compromises, ensuring that no single architect played a dominant role in the design. The proportions are attributed to Italian style; this is most notable in the nave’s width in relation to its height. The surface decoration and elaborate detail are Gothic. French style is responsible for the many pinnacles and the tracery on the façade, flank and transept. Together this building exemplifies the combination of Late Gothic and Renaissance styles.

To find this work from the Ponte Vecchio, walk west to the second bridge, Ponte alla Carraia. From take a right onto Via Dei Fossi. Walk straight until you see Santa Maria Novella on your left, keep to the right of the church and the S.M.N. train station will be visible on your left. Hop on the next train to Milano Centrale. Then jump on the metro at the train station. You will be on the Yellow Line of the Metro; take it in the direction of San Donato and get off at the Duomo stop. When you reach ground level you will be in the piazza of the cathedral.

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**__Work Cited__** Kleiner, Fred. //Gardner's Art Through the Ages//. 13th. Boston: Wadsworth, 2008. 394. Print.