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Ferrara looks at quieter side of native son Boldini

An upcoming exhibition in Ferrara promises to show a quieter, more reflective side of Giovanni Boldini, a local boy who made it big painting flashy portraits of high-society Paris.

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First painting of Lucrezia Borgia uncovered

A Renaissance portrait previously believed to be of a young man is in fact the world's only painting of the infamous Lucrezia Borgia, an Australian museum claimed on Tuesday.

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Ferrara celebrates Turner's affinity to Italy

British artist Joseph Mallord William Turner's lifelong fascination with Italy is spotlighted in an exhibition opening in Ferrara on Sunday.

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Ferrara in heart-friendly city bid

Italy's Renaissance jewel Ferrara is bidding to become Europe's first openly heart-friendly city, launching a raft of schemes aimed at cutting cardiovascular risks.

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