Palazzo Agonigi da Scorno (Agonigi da Scorno Palace), Pisa

Palazzo Agonigi da Scorno (Agonigi da Scorno Palace), Pisa

The Agonigi da Scorno Palace in Pisa, dating back to the 12th century, was originally a medieval structure that underwent a transformation into a palace in the 17th century. It still retains elements of its initial design. The building suffered significant damage during World War II but was reconstructed in the 1960s.

The palace's exterior features two prominent Verrucana stone arches. Evidence suggests similar structures existed on higher levels, especially noted on the third floor. The restoration efforts included the rebuilding of dual mullioned windows on the first floor and a central pillar on the ground floor, which incorporates a semi-buried column topped with a valuable marble capital, likely the work of the sculptor Biduino.

Carlo Francesco Gabba, a former University of Pisa professor specialized in Philosophy of Law and later Civil Law, resided in this palace for three decades. His tenure is commemorated by a plaque on the building. In the early 1960s, Piero Sanpaolesi, initially in his capacity as the Superintendent of Monuments and later as a private professional, undertook significant restoration work on the palace.

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Sight Name: Palazzo Agonigi da Scorno (Agonigi da Scorno Palace)
Sight Location: Pisa, Italy (See walking tours in Pisa)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark

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