One of the best examples of Baroque architecture in Florence
Francisan Church located in the city centre of Florence.
Founded in 1251 by the order of the Umiliati, the Church was dedicated to all Saints and Martyrs.
Completed between 1251 and 1260, it was almost rebuilt in 1627 in Baroque style by the architect Pettirossi.
The façade was designed by Nigetti in 1637 and restored in 1872. It represents one of the earliest examples of Florentine Baroque.
The Church?s interior consists of a single nave with a marvellous decorated transept. The bell tower, on the left side of the façade, dates back to 13th and 14th century.
In 1571 the Franciscan order took charge of the Church.
In the late 15th century Sandro Botticelli (which is buried in the church) and Domenico Ghirlandaio executed impressive frescoes, now preserved in the main nave: St Augustine in his study and St Jerome in his study.
Domenico Ghirlandaio produced also one of the best examples of his art, representing a version of the Last Supper, that you can admire in the convent refectory.
Ognissanti became the parish church of several merchant families, including the Vespucci, whose most famous member was Amerigo.
In the Vespucci chapel there is a fresco by Domenico Ghirlandaio, representing the Madonna of Mercy in which you can see the whole family protected by Virgin Mary.
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