Crucifixion, Giotto created, presented to the public in Florence

In the Florentine church of All Saints (Ognissanti) ended a five-year restoration of the crucifix by Giotto - Italian painter and architect of the era Protorenessansa. Wooden cross, dating from XIV century and for centuries consider the work of someone from the artist's environment, as shown by the results of the study is the product of the Giotto. Restoration of the crucifixion size 467h360 centimeters took so much time because, according to experts, it was in very bad condition. Was necessary to purify it from a centuries-old layers of dirt and fix the painting. Special nuances required reconstruction work made of glass halo of Christ. As noted by historians, the greatest discovery was not only the identification of the authorship of the great artist from Tuscany, but also the opportunity to study the example of the work technique of his work. Crucifix by Giotto brushes can be seen from 18 to 22 October in Florence Institute for Research and Restoration of works of art Opificio delle Pietre Dure, and on 6 November, it will return to All Saints Church, according to PAP.