Maforio Dragon - Venice, Veneto, Italy
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N 45° 26.218 E 012° 20.183
33T E 291669 N 5034945
The dragon and the umbrellas mark the site of Venice's famous Marforio leather goods shop, which traded here from 1875.
Waymark Code: WM16PJV
Location: Veneto, Italy
Date Posted: 09/11/2022
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This small, intimate square, surrounded by clothing stores, is home to Chiesa di San Salvador and the 1848 Commemorative column. The unique thing of this campo is the sculpture of Marforio’s dragon holding its 3 umbrellas. This sculpture is all that remains of the famous leather shop Marforio.
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Approximate Date of Epic Period: 1200-1600
Epic Type: Mythical
Exhibit Type: Figure, Statue, 3D Art
Time Period: Not listed
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