Cathedral, Torre Civica and Piazza Grande, Modena
The magnificent 12th-century cathedral at Modena, the work of two great artists (Lanfranco and Wiligelmus), is a supreme example of early Romanesque art. With its piazza and soaring tower, it testifies to the faith of its builders and the power of the Canossa dynasty who commissioned it.
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The Cathedral, Torre Civica and Piazza Grande in Modena are a group of romanesque structures from the 12th century.
Religious and civic values were combined into this complex. The public square around the cathedral was designed to house administrative buildings, workshops et cetera.
Modena Cathedral was one of the first buildings where an architect (Lanfranco) and a sculptor (Wiligelmo) worked together. Unusually for medieval tradition, their names were mentioned as the creators.
Ancient remains were reused in the rebuilding of the cathedral from 1099. Its facade and side portals are richly decorated with sculptures. The interior, including a 12th century rood screen, is also well preserved.
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