Is it a church or a time capsule? The Chiesa di Santa Maria Mater Dei al Lippi might seem simple from the outside. But don’t let that fool you. This church, designed by Guido Morozzi, was built and consecrated in the thick of the 20th century. 1956 to be exact. It might have started as an offshoot of the Santa Maria Regina della Pace. However, the Chiesa di Santa Maria Mater Dei al Lippi quickly earned its stripes, becoming a parish in 1959. The name? A nod to the area’s history. Step inside, and you’ll find a striking contrast. The simple exterior gives way to a treasure. An incredible fresco, originally part of the Lippi tabernacle, takes center stage. It depicts the Madonna del Latte, a beloved image, surrounded by saints and angels. Now, here’s the smart-aleck fact. For centuries, people thought this fresco was an early work by the famous Paolo Uccello, thanks to an inscription from 1716. But recent scholarship suggests it’s actually a later work by Pietro Nelli. Art historians, always rewriting the history books. The Chiesa di Santa Maria Mater Dei al Lippi holds the echoes of centuries past while standing firmly in the present.
Santa Lucia alla Castellina
“A sanctuary of art and faith””. You might say that about many places, but here at Santa Lucia alla Castellina,