Michiel 2005's photos with the keyword: johannes de doper

Regolo fled from North Africa to Italy to escape prosecution in the 6th century. He was invited by the Ostrogoth king Totila to attent his court, but he refused. Subsequently he was beheaded. It is said that he picked up his head and walked for a short distance. His remains were transferred to the Duomo in the 8th century. Also known as the Cathedral of San Martino. It dates from 1060–1070, but it was changed and the façade was added in the 13th century. It was built on a spot of an earlier church.

Antonio Veneziano, first quarter of the 15th century

The San Fermo Maggiore has a history which goes back to the 8th century. First the Benedictine monks built a new church from the 11th century. The Franciscans took over in the 13th century and they enlarged the church. The church became a normal parish church in 1807.

By Sandro Botticelli, circa 1490/1500

Studio of Andrea del Sarto. Early 16th century.