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The National Museum of the Bargello hosts - in addition to the bronzes of Donatello (David and Athys), Verrocchio and Giambologna and panels by Ghiberti and Brunelleschi - some large marble sculptures by Michelangelo (David-Apollo, Bacchus, Brutus and Tondo Pitti), Donatello (St. George) and Verrocchio (the Lady of the bunch), and evidence of " minor arts " of the Renaissance majolica, terracotta, ivory, cameos, medals, enamels, civil and sacred jewellery. This fully updated official guide guarantees the visitor both accuracy and an entertaining narrative. It is collaboration between the publisher and the director of the museum. Accompanied by full-colour illustrations and floor plans, this guide is curated by specialists in each field and presents the most up-to-date and reliable guide to the Bargello museum.