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Santa Croce Florence – Framed Layered Paper Art

€90.00

A delicate architectural portrait of Florence's Santa Croce, created from precision-cut layers of FSC-certified paper. Pointed arches, decorative columns and intricate details form a three-dimensional illustration, assembled and finished by hand. A contemporary interpretation of one of Florence's most celebrated landmarks.

Santa Croce Florence Layered Paper Art

Santa Croce is one of Florence's most recognisable landmarks, though its architectural details deserve as much attention as the building itself.

This layered paper illustration focuses on a fragment of the basilica, recreating its pointed arches, decorative columns and intricate façade elements in delicate white paper.

Each precision-cut layer contributes to the composition's depth. Assembled and finished by hand, the elements create subtle shadows that bring the architectural details into focus.

The neutral palette gives the work a quiet, sculptural presence, allowing the complexity of the architecture to speak without distraction.

Made in Florence, the piece offers a contemporary perspective on a familiar monument.

A small architectural portrait of Santa Croce, with considerable attention to the details.

KEY FEATURES

  • Subject: Basilica of Santa Croce, Florence

  • Technique: Precision-cut, hand-assembled layered paper

  • Material: FSC-certified paper

  • Handmade in Florence, Italy

  • Dimensions: 19 × 19 cm

  • FSC-certified paper frame included

  • Limited edition

  • Certificate of authenticity included

WHY FLORENCE FACTORY CHOSE IT

Santa Croce is part of our everyday Florence, just a short walk from the store. We love the way this illustration captures its architectural character through a combination of intricate details, thoughtful composition and contemporary paper craftsmanship.

SIZE & MEASUREMENTS GUIDE

19 × 19 × 2 cm including frame

A delicate architectural portrait of Florence's Santa Croce, created from precision-cut layers of FSC-certified paper. Pointed arches, decorative columns and intricate details form a three-dimensional illustration, assembled and finished by hand. A contemporary interpretation of one of Florence's most celebrated landmarks.

Santa Croce Florence Layered Paper Art

Santa Croce is one of Florence's most recognisable landmarks, though its architectural details deserve as much attention as the building itself.

This layered paper illustration focuses on a fragment of the basilica, recreating its pointed arches, decorative columns and intricate façade elements in delicate white paper.

Each precision-cut layer contributes to the composition's depth. Assembled and finished by hand, the elements create subtle shadows that bring the architectural details into focus.

The neutral palette gives the work a quiet, sculptural presence, allowing the complexity of the architecture to speak without distraction.

Made in Florence, the piece offers a contemporary perspective on a familiar monument.

A small architectural portrait of Santa Croce, with considerable attention to the details.

KEY FEATURES

  • Subject: Basilica of Santa Croce, Florence

  • Technique: Precision-cut, hand-assembled layered paper

  • Material: FSC-certified paper

  • Handmade in Florence, Italy

  • Dimensions: 19 × 19 cm

  • FSC-certified paper frame included

  • Limited edition

  • Certificate of authenticity included

WHY FLORENCE FACTORY CHOSE IT

Santa Croce is part of our everyday Florence, just a short walk from the store. We love the way this illustration captures its architectural character through a combination of intricate details, thoughtful composition and contemporary paper craftsmanship.

SIZE & MEASUREMENTS GUIDE

19 × 19 × 2 cm including frame

Florentine craft & Layered paper art

Florence has a long tradition of architectural drawing, decorative arts and skilled craftsmanship.

These layered paper illustrations offer a contemporary interpretation of that heritage. Architectural details are recreated through precision-cut sheets of paper, assembled and finished by hand to create depth, texture and delicate shadows.

A meeting of architectural observation, modern precision and traditional artisanal attention.

Use & Care

Layered paper art is delicate and should be handled with care.

  • Display indoors.

  • Avoid humid environments and sudden temperature changes.

  • Remove dust gently with a soft, dry brush.

  • Do not use water, solvents or cleaning sprays.

  • Avoid touching or pressing raised paper elements.

  • Protect the artwork from bending and compression during transport or storage.

  • For an especially striking presentation, display the artwork in a larger frame with a generous passe-partout, ideally leaving at least 10 cm (4 inches) of breathing space on each side. The additional space enhances the composition and gives the intricate paper details room to stand out.

paper art in the making

Giulia Pagliacci

Layered Paper Art & Florentine Architecture

Florence-based architect and paper artist Giulia Pagliacci explores the city's architectural heritage through delicate three-dimensional illustrations.

Her work begins with a detail: a Gothic window, the curve of a façade, the geometry of a historic building. These fragments are reconstructed through precision-cut layers of FSC-certified paper, carefully assembled and finished by hand.

Light, shadow and negative space give depth to each composition, transforming paper into an unexpectedly sculptural medium.

Rooted in architectural observation and contemporary craftsmanship, her work offers a fresh perspective on Florence's familiar landmarks.

Florentine architecture, one carefully considered layer at a time.