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Selfie Mishap Damages 18th-Century Painting in Florence

6/23/2025

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A tourist's careless selfie attempt at Florence's Uffizi Gallery led to minor damage of an 18th-century painting, igniting outrage and prompting the gallery's director to impose strict rules against such behavior. This incident underscores a troubling trend of reckless actions threatening Italy's invaluable cultural treasures.

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A tourist's careless selfie attempt at Florence's Uffizi Gallery led to minor damage of an 18th-century painting, igniting outrage and prompting the gallery's director to impose strict rules against such behavior. This incident underscores a troubling trend of reckless actions threatening Italy's invaluable cultural treasures.