15th century religious icon returns to Duomo

A crucifix painted in the later part of the 1400's has finally found its way back onto the wall of the Duomo after being away at Lucca for restoration work that took over 25 years to complete. On the opposite wall to the crucifix will be hung the recently restored painting "Descent from the Cross" by the Florentine artist, Giovanni Bizelli, dated 1600 which has been kept in the Civic Museum next to the Duomo. Another large restored painting above the alter makes up the third element in what is going to be a stunning display of religious art which is to be unveiled to the public next Saturday 25th October. More images here