Italy, Florence, Orsanmichele church

Orsanmichele in Florence, originally a grain market, was transformed into a church for craft and trade guilds. The building features 13th-century arches and was adorned with statues of patron saints. Inside, notable artworks include Andrea Orcagna's tabernacle and Bernardo Daddi's Madonna and Child. The original sculptures have been replaced with copies to protect them, with the originals housed in the Museum of Orsanmichele. The museum is open on Mondays, and some works by Donatello are in other Florentine museums. The facades have niches filled with costly bronze figures, reflecting the guilds' pride and competition.

What happened to the original sculptures that adorned the church?

Which two works by Donatello are mentioned in the text, and where can they be found?