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Facts

Born c.1275 • near Siena • Italy
Died June 1330 • Orvieto • Italy

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Maitani, Lorenzo: Orvieto Cathedral facade
Interior of Orvieto Cathedral, constructed and decorated by Lorenzo Maitani.
Side view of Orvieto Cathedral, constructed and decorated by Lorenzo Maitani.
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