Site Meter Art History Guide » Art in Early Europe

Art in Early Europe

Smithsonian Journeys: Art Treasures of Italy

Tuesday, May 15th, 2007

613_file_name.jpg

Smithsonian has offered some excellent vacation packages in the past and this is definitely one that I am interested in myself. If you have the money, and are interested in Italian Art, this is an excellent opportunity.

  • Take a private tour of the Venetian collection at the Galleria dell’Accademia in Venice.

  • Visit the Basilica di San Marco after hours, when it is closed to the general public, and view the masterful architecture and mosaics.
  • Dedicate two full days to exploring Florence, enhanced by expert lectures and special tours.
  • Attend a private reception and dinner in an elegant Florentine palazzo.
  • Enjoy a special private visit to see the Raphael Rooms and Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel at the Vatican, after public hours when the crowds have gone.
  • I haven’t had a chance to visit these sites since I was a kid traveling around Europe with my dad, but it’s definitely an interesting opportunity. Prices and departure dates for the trips are listed below. More information can be obtained from the Smithsonian site. I have also found some images of some of the art and locations you will find on this trip. Images located at the bottom.

    Departure: May 19, 2007
    Description Price
    Price based on double occupancy $4,195
    Supplement based on single occupancy $895

    *Round-trip airfare (plus applicable taxes) starting from $839

    Departure: September 29, 2007
    Description Price
    Price based on double occupancy $4,495
    Supplement based on single occupancy $895

    *Round-trip airfare (plus applicable taxes) starting from $839

    Departure: November 24, 2007
    Description Price
    Price based on double occupancy $4,495
    Supplement based on single occupancy $895

    *Round-trip airfare (plus applicable taxes) starting from $839

    Departure: May 17, 2008
    Description Price
    Price based on double occupancy $4,495
    Supplement based on single occupancy $895

    *Round-trip airfare (plus applicable taxes) starting from $839

    Departure: September 27, 2008
    Description Price
    Price based on double occupancy $4,495
    Supplement based on single occupancy $895

    *Round-trip airfare (plus applicable taxes) starting from $839

    0425mar1.jpg

    The Stealing of the Dead Body of St. Mark
    Tintoretto, Galleria dell’Accademia, Venice

    000819-04-basilica-di-san-marco.jpg

    Basilica di San Marco

    738002-florence-italy.jpg

    Florence, Italy

    italy18.jpg

    Florentine palazzo

    300px-sistinechapelentire500pix.jpg

    Sistine Chapel

    [Via Art Treasures of Italy Tour]

    , , , , ,

    About Art History Guide

    ArtHistoryGuide.net is your ultimate resource in all things related to art and art history. We cover a wide range of art related topics and update the site daily. Along with exciting articles, reviews, interviews, and art work, Art History Guide covers it all. Welcome to our site and enjoy the exciting world of art.

    Art History Guide Author(s)
        » Emory-L

    Arts & Photography Channel Posts

    • Four art events coming up
      In searching through the internet, I've noticed quite a few events coming up across the country. Some of them are museum events, some are gallery events, but all support the art world. I'm hoping [...]
    • The weekly five
      This is just an idea I've been kicking around. Here are five interesting items I've found in the art world in the last few days. Every week, I plan to feature five more, from projects to artists to [...]
    • Coming up this year
      Here's what I have planned for this year: Interviews with comic book artists. I'm going to a few conventions this year, and I plan to take advantage of my press passes. I'll be talking to [...]
    • Time compromise
      The past few weeks have been very busy for me. My insane schedule has forced me to make a choice. I can either spend a good portion of my time of writing about my art, or I can spend a good [...]
    • What I've been up to
      I've been more than super-busy the last few weeks. I've been working about 40 hours a week at my job at a bookstore for the semester break. I'm processing internet orders for textbooks for the [...]
    • Taking a breather
      To say the holidays can be stressful is an understatement. To the hobby artist or professional crafter, they can be a nightmare. Some people work full time, have kids and a social life, [...]
    • What the writer's strike might mean for TV
      Imagine it. A television landscape full of reruns, reality TV, and bland news programs. With most of the jokesters, creators, and snarksters on strike, this may be what TV looks like at this time [...]
    • Counting down the days
      The available days to send out holiday cards are dwindling. Christmas is 13 days away; if you haven't finished making those cards and gifts yet, you're behind. Fortunately, there are some quick [...]
    • Artist profile: The Amazing Kenny
      Try to think of the most dangerous jobs there are. What do you come up with? Firefighter? Policeman? Construction worker? All deal with an above average level of risk in their normal work routine. [...]
    • Yarn porn and transforming trash into treasure
      On Tuesday, I received two giant boxes of yarn from a friend who is moving to San Francisco. I was going to pile skeins of yarn on my bed and take tons of glamorous photos, but that idea was [...]

    Hot Off The Press

    • Day One Highlights from Media Days
      The RazorVision team provides quotes and notes from the first four teams appearing at the Southeastern Conference Football Media Days. Click on the video link for your free view of RazorV [...]
    • San Diego Comic Con: The Star Wars Saarlac Pit Playset
      While I couldn't make it to the San Diego Comic Con this year (big sigh), I am following the goings on with much interest via the internet like the rest of you slobs... and I mean that in a nice [...]
    • Brown bag lecture, "A Summer Story at the Gardens...
      "A Summer Story at the Gardens,"Free for members, price of admission for general public 294-2710 [...]
    • Housewives (and Husbands...) In the Headlines
      [caption id="attachment_567" align="alignleft" width="125" caption="Doug Savant and wife Laura Leighton"][/caption]Good morning, guys! It seems like the Desperate Housewives people are all over the [...]
    • Beyond the Show: Activity for Fans of Total Drama Island
      Welcome to this week’s edition of Beyond Watching the Show, where I give some ideas of activities for kids that enjoy a particular show that go beyond just watching the show. If you have more ideas [...]
    • Words of Wisdom from Nina Garcia
      Women of the world, I beg of you, take to heart this statement made by Nina Garcia as she judged this week's Project Runway designs: "I think shiny, tight and short is the quickest way to look [...]
    • Underwhleming Talent Example
      I present exhibit A. Having a mage myself but rarely, if ever, speccing fire (I prefer arcane, if you can believe that), I hadn't given much thought to the new fire talents other than "I guess [...]
    • HOH Blogs and pictures!
      For those that have been searching the CBS site for the HOH Blogs and Photos - they've finally appeared! Click here to check it out! [...]
    • News of the Who
      John and his sister Carole in SoCal for a book signing. The fabulous TVShowsOnDVD.com is reporting that the US series one Torchwood Blue-ray DVD set release has been pushed back to 11 November. [...]
    • Thirteen Writing Prompts
      Hello and happy Thursday Thirteen everyone! This week’s Thursday Thirteen prompts are going to continue on with prompts, questions, first lines, and other inspiration to help you get [...]