A brief History of the Torre

The property dates back to 1070. Peruzzi bankers take over the property in 1299.

The frescos date back to approximately 1325, possibly commissioned during the same period when Giotto painted the Peruzzi chapel in Santa Croce.

In 1975 the property was restored by modern architect Bruno Sacchi.

The Peruzzi family would have welcomed Dante, Giotto, and Boccaccio in the dining room on the tower's ground floor, which has been in existence since 1070. ⁠ ⁠

Within the dining room, you'll find a remarkable fresco known as "Vaio." This artwork portrays the historical use of ermine fur as insulation for the encampments of generals during battles, symbolizing their prestige and influence. ⁠

Bruno Sacchi

1931-2011

Born in Mantova in 1931, Bruno studied architecture at Florence University, before forming the architect’s collaborative Studio Forte 63. He later worked closely with Italy’s most eminent post-war architect, Giovanni Michelucci, co-signing projects with him.

Now recognized in his own right as one of the greatest Italian architects of the 20th Century. His primary projects are archived in the State Archive and at the Michelucci Foundation in Fiesole.

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His San San Remo project on the cover of the best of Casa Vogue

He went on to design the Marino Marini Museum in the church of San Pancrazio in Florence and work on the Palazzo del Tau in Pistoia. His best work is arguably in the private house commissions. Many featured in Casa Vogue over the years.

The MARINO MARINI museum in Florence.