The historic estate of the real Mona Lisa, Francesco del Giocondo's family home in Florence, Italy, is up for sale for €18 million (EUR) or $19.6 million (USD). The estate, known as Via della Prata, is a 30,138-square-foot property that boasts 14 bedrooms and 15 bathrooms on nearly 67 acres of land.
The property, which dates back to the 16th century, features a main villa and numerous additional structures, including a caretaker's house, buildings for agricultural use, a private chapel, a swimming pool, and a tennis court. The estate is divided up by gardens, tree-lined avenues, and a large forest.
The main villa consists of three floors above ground and a basement, with a large entrance hall, five lounges, a dining room, a corridor-hallway, a kitchen, a service entrance, two bathrooms, a storage room, and a technical room. The basement includes three large halls, a kitchen, a dining room, two storage rooms, two bathrooms, three technical rooms, a cellar, and a large gallery opening onto the park.
The estate also features a private chapel with a polygonal plan, which is typical of the prestigious residences of the time and an example of 17th-century religious architecture. Additionally, there are three more structures used as an orangery, greenhouse, garage, or technical rooms, as well as a caretaker's house and various buildings for agricultural use.
The property is listed with Sotheby's International Realty and is a rare opportunity to own a piece of history. The estate's unique features and stunning architecture make it a must-see for anyone looking for a luxurious and historic property.
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