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Duomo Timeline: Key Dates and Phases
A clean, memorable timeline for the cathedral and dome, from early plans to finishing touches.
10/8/2025
10 min read
Milestones
- Foundation and early plans.
- Façade debates and revisions.
- Dome competition and Brunelleschi’s appointment.
- Construction phases and lantern completion.
Names to Know
- Architects and patrons across phases.
- Workshop leaders and crews.
- Artists in fresco and sculpture.
Bottom line: The timeline isn’t linear; it’s ambition tempered by reality.
About the Author
Renaissance History Guide
I put this guide together to make your Duomo day simple, insightful, and full of quiet moments — the kind that stay with you.
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