SFORZA CASTLE, Applied Art Museum

You've just entered the so-called Rocchetta halls, where the applied arts collection is kept. You'll be surprised to see so many varied and fascinating objects. They are all ancient, of course, mostly dating back to between the fifteenth and eighteenth centuries. The collection of Italian Majolica ceramics from the Renaissance is truly special, particularly those from Pesaro and Urbino. And the dishware of the eighteenth century? Wouldn't you love to set your table with the wonderful dishes made in Milan and Lodi?

Don't forget about the jewelry collection, with works from various periods and various precious materials: gold, silver, ivory, and enamels. You can also admire scientific instruments, Renaissance and Baroque bronzes, and a series of glass and crystal objects.

Now pause the audio and go to the musical instruments section.

If you like music, there is a beautiful collection of musical instruments here, including pianos, string instruments, winds, and percussion. There are 700 instruments that come from all over the world here, including Africa, Japan, and even Australia. Stop to look at all the piano's forefathers: the spinets, harpsichords and fortepianos... and admire their decorations....