The marble source for The Pieta
The quarries of Carrara are world renown for their pristine white marbles. It was here that Michelangelo chose the marble and oversaw the finishing of the blocks that were destined to become some of his greatest works, such as the Tomb of Julius II and the Pieta.
Arrange a visit by contacting Franco Baratinni at:
Cave Michelangelo
Via Piave, 32
54033 Carrara (MS)
Tuscany
Italy
tel: +39-0585-845-090
fax: +39-0585-842-496
Proprietor: Franco Baratinni
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