To further explore the Italian Renaissance, consult the following World Wide Websites.
Renaissance Society and History
A site of links to a wide array of subjects relating to the era of the Renaissance. A good starting point.
The Florentine Republic
The history of the Florentine republic with links to major tourist attractions and buildings. Brief biographies of important Florentine citizens can also be found.
The History of Costume
A site devoted to the history of dress. This page shows examples both of the clothing worn by different classes as well as in different countries during the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries.