Forma squadrata con taglio, Prato

Name: Forma squadrata con taglio
Address: Prato, Italy

#61 among attractions in Prato

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Square Shape with Cut is a monumental white marble sculpture made by English artist Henry Moore, which was purchased by the city of Prato with the help of local industrialists at the end of one of his monographic exhibitions in 1972 and is one of the finest examples of contemporary sculpture in Italy.

It consists of 30 blocks of white marble from Mount Altissimo in the Apuan Alps, specifically from the Mossa quarry, was made at the Henraux workshop in Querceta.

Coordinates: 43°52'40"N, 11°6'6"E

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Forma squadrata con taglio – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Prato Cathedral Museum, Palazzo Pretorio, Castello dell'Imperatore, Palazzo Datini.

~1890 ftNW
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Prato Cathedral Museum, Prato
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the Tuscan city of Prato, the Prato Cathedral Museum, or Museo dell'Opera del Duomo di Prato, is a treasure trove of religious art and artifacts. Located adjacent to the Prato Cathedral, this museum offers visitors a chance to delve into the...
~1730 ftNW
Museum, Specialty museum, Historical place
Palazzo Pretorio, Prato
9 min walk • The Palazzo Pretorio, a historical gem nestled in the heart of Prato, Italy, stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural heritage. Originally constructed in the 13th century, this palatial building served as the seat of the podestà, the chief magistrate of the...
~930 ftNW
Forts and castles
Castello dell'Imperatore, Prato
5 min walk • Castello dell'Imperatore, a medieval fortress, stands as a prominent historical landmark in the Tuscan city of Prato, Italy. Constructed for the Holy Roman Emperor Frederick II, this castle is a quintessential example of military architecture from the 13th century.
~1710 ftNW
Palace, Forts and castles, Historical place
Palazzo Datini, Prato
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Prato, Italy, Palazzo Datini stands as a testament to the city's rich history and its vibrant medieval past. This exquisite palace, once the residence of the renowned merchant Francesco di Marco Datini, offers a glimpse into the life of a...
~1340 ftW
Church, Historical place, Gothic architecture
San Francesco, Prato
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the Tuscan city of Prato, the Church of San Francesco stands as a testament to Italian religious heritage and Gothic architecture. This ancient church, dating back to the 13th century, is an emblem of the city's rich historical tapestry.
0.4 miNE
Church
Santa Maria della Pietà, Prato
11 min walk • The Santa Maria della Pietà church is an architectural gem nestled in the heart of Prato, Italy. This sacred building, though less renowned than some of Italy's grand basilicas, offers a serene retreat filled with historical and spiritual significance.
~830 ftW
Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum
Prato Textile Museum, Prato
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Tuscany, the Prato Textile Museum stands as a testament to the rich fabric of Italy's textile heritage. Located in the city of Prato, known for its flourishing textile industry, the museum is housed in a beautifully restored 19th-century mill.
~1750 ftNW
Church, Romanesque architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Prato Cathedral, Prato
9 min walk • Prato Cathedral, known officially as the Cathedral of Saint Stephen, stands as an architectural marvel in the heart of Prato, Italy. This Roman Catholic church is not only a central place of worship but also a repository of art and history, reflecting the rich cultural...
0.6 miNW
Church
San Fabiano, Prato
15 min walk • San Fabiano is a Romanesque-style, Roman Catholic church and abbey located at Via di Gherardo and Via del Seminario street in Prato, region of Tuscany, Italy. The early medieval structure is one of Prato's oldest churches.
0.5 miNW
Church
Santi Vicenzo e Caterina de' Ricci, Prato
13 min walk • The Minor Basilica of Santi Vicenzo e Caterina de' Ricci is a Catholic church, built in the 16th to 18th centuries, and located in the town of Prato, in Tuscany, Italy. Adjacent to the church is a 16th-century monastery.
0.4 miNW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Palazzo degli Alberti, Prato
10 min walk • Palazzo degli Alberti is a historical building in the center of Prato, Tuscany, central Italy. It was the seat of Cassa di Risparmio di Prato and was home to the former's large art collection. In 2013 it was reported that Banca Popolare di Vicenza moved all the collection to Vicenza after liquidated Cariprato.

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Which popular attractions are close to Forma squadrata con taglio?

Nearby attractions include Church of San Bartolomeo, Prato (3 min walk), St. Anne's Church, Prato (4 min walk), Prato Textile Museum, Prato (5 min walk), Teatro Metastasio, Prato (5 min walk).

How to get to Forma squadrata con taglio by public transport?

The nearest stations to Forma squadrata con taglio:

Bus

Europa 2 • Lines: LAM Rossa Galceti - Grignano, LAM Rossa Galceti - Le Badie, LAM Rossa Santa Lucia - Paperino (4 min walk)
Tacca 1 • Lines: LAM Blu, LAM Rossa Galceti - Grignano, LAM Rossa Galceti - Le Badie, LAM Rossa Santa Lucia - Paperino, LAM Rossa Santa Lucia - San Gior (4 min walk)

Train

Prato Centrale (10 min walk)
Prato Porta al Serraglio (13 min walk)