Italy

Italy: A Captivating Symphony of History, Culture, and Splendor

In the heart of the Mediterranean lies Italy, a country that has shaped the cultural and historical landscape of Europe like no other. With its roots delving deep into the heart of ancient Rome, Italy has been the cradle of Western civilization and a center of global culture for centuries. Modern Italy, unified in 1861, stretches from the snow-capped Alps in the north to the sun-kissed shores of Sicily in the south.

From Ancient Empires to Renaissance Masterpieces

Italy's narrative is a storied tapestry of ancient empires, Renaissance revolutions, and influential global events. Its soil has been a battleground for empires and a canvas for visionaries like Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci, whose works still echo through the ages.

Rome: The Eternal City

The capital, Rome, stands as a monument to history itself, home to the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, and the Vatican City, offering an unparalleled journey through time.

Venice: The Serene Republic

Venice, with its labyrinth of canals, opulent architecture, and storied Doge's Palace, remains a testament to its status as a powerhouse of the Mediterranean for over a millennium.

Florence: The Cradle of the Renaissance

Florence, the jewel of Tuscany, invites admirers of art and architecture with the splendor of its Duomo, the treasures of the Uffizi Gallery, and the Ponte Vecchio’s charm.

The Amalfi Coast: A Picturesque Paradise

Escape to the Amalfi Coast, where cliffside villages like Positano and ancient ruins like Pompeii offer breathtaking views and a window into the past.

From the rolling vineyards of Chianti to the fashion capital of Milan and the gastronomic delights of Bologna, Italy is an endless feast for the senses. Let travel.frogsfolly.com be your compass to the country's soul, where every corner holds a story, every meal is a celebration, and every visit is an experience of a lifetime. Dive into Italy with us, where the legacy of the past informs a vibrant present.

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<p>AM121<br />
Chassis n° AM121.002<br />
Coachwork by Frua<br />
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- Prototype commissioned by Maserati from Frua as a replacement for the Quattroporte<br />
- Displayed at the time at the Paris, Geneva and Barcelona Motor Shows<br />
- Supplied with its Maserati Classiche certification<br />
- Excellent original cosmetic and mechanical condition<br />
- Extensive historical documentation<br />
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When it unveiled its Quattroporte in 1963, Maserati created a new type of car: a luxurious saloon with an engine derived from competition. Its assertive, sporty design was the work of Pietro Frua and, quite naturally, Maserati turned to Frua again to design its successor. In 1971, the coachbuilder presented a car with extremely pure, elegant styling with partially retractable headlamps, powered by the noble 4.7-litre V8. Introduced at the 1971 Paris Motor Show in the presence of Juan Manuel Fangio, the car proved such a success with the public and professionals alike that it was displayed again at other events such as the 1972 Geneva Motor Show, the ‘Trophée des Journalistes’ in Monaco in 1972, the 1973 Paris Motor Show, the 1973 Barcelona Motor Show and the same event in 1974. In Barcelona, it attracted the attention of the Aga Khan, to the extent that he ordered an identical example, which was delivered in 1974 (chassis no. 004).<br />
The project came to nothing, however, as Citroën, the owner of Maserati at the time, wanted a Quattroporte based on the SM: this would become the Quattroporte II, of which Thierry Dehaeck’s collection includes the historically most important example.<br />
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After its Motor Show career, this magnificent Quattroporte Frua was sold to a customer in Barcelona and registered as ‘B 6997 AZ’ on 17 May 1975. It stayed in Barcelona until 1988, when it was bought by Kurt Kunti from Alicante, who had it restored in its dark blue colour, keeping the original beige leather upholstery. In 2000, the car crossed the Atlantic to join the exceptional collection of Maseratis owned by Alfredo Brener, who sold it in 2003 to Bruce Milner, where it was reunited with its sister car ordered by the Aga Khan. It was subsequently bought by Doug Magnon, who displayed the car in his museum at Riverside, where it was one of the most admired cars on show, and who entered it in various events such as the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este in 2015. After the museum cars were sold off in 2016, it entered the major collection in Marseille. It was then up for sale in November 2021, which enabled Thierry Dehaeck to acquire it and display it alongside his other Maseratis. “When I saw this car for sale, I thought it would be an exceptional opportunity to acquire it, as it is highly significant in the company’s history”, he explained. “To do so, I sold a Merak SS, in order to free up a space and provide the best possible conditions for it.” Since then, the car has received a high-quality restoration and is now in faultless condition and running order. It has since been crowned with success when it has appeared with Thierry Dehaeck, at the Concours d'Elegance at the Villa d'Este in 2023 and at the Concours d'Elegance Suisse at the Château Coppet, where it won 1st prize in its class. In September 2024, it took 1st prize in the ‘Maserati haute couture’ class at the Chantilly Concours d'Elegance, and in 2025, 1st prize in in its class at the MIR (Maserati International Rallye) at Durbuy in Belgium, where it was joined by its sister car, chassis no. 004, that had been owned by the Aga Khan.<br />
Sold with a very substantial history file, including an extensive series of original photographs taken when it left the factory, the car comes with its FIVA card and has been certified by Maserati Classiche. A masterpiece of 1970s design, this unique model enjoys unanimous approval for the purity of its design and symbolises the swansong of the Maserati Quattroportes from the Orsi era, the models which introduced the genre. It will take pride of place in any collection, as well as at concours events, where it will continue to delight and captivate visitors.<br />
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Artcurial<br />
Collection Thierry Dehaeck<br />
L'éloge de l'excellence<br />
5 February 2027, Paris<br />
Estimated : € 150.000 - 200.000<br />
Sold for €<br />
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Cadycars<br />
Oostkaai 23A/5<br />
Ieper / Ypres<br />
Belgium<br />
October 2026</p>
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<p>IMG_1156 Lunchtime View,</p>
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A beautiful and really wild location I found last Winter while I was exploring off track in deep snow right between some Carnic Alps peaks.</p>
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<p>Sicilia - September 2025</p>
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<p>Blue hour before the sunrise, requires a hike for just under 2 hrs . Worth it for the scenery.<br />
#appicoftheweek</p>
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<p>I have imagined this a thousand times...</p>
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<p>Prato</p>
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<p>maddalena</p>
			<p><a href="https://www.flickr.com/people/stefaniavisconti/">Stefania Visconti</a> posted a photo:</p>
	
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<p>Presentatrice per Anime di Carta al The Riff Live Music 30 novembre<br />
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STEFANIA VISCONTI attrice, modella, actress, model, performer, trasformista, disponibile per collaborazioni artistiche di vario genere, teatro, cinema, tv, cortometraggi, shooting fotografici, esibizioni dal vivo. Disponibilità di spostamento in tutta Italia e all'Estero.<br />
Per qualsiasi informazione ulteriore e collaborazione potete scrivere a viscontistefy@libero.it<br />
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STEFANIA VISCONTI is an Italian transgendered actress, model, chameleon-like performer, and activist. She is available for a variety of arts and entertainment projects, including theatrical performances, long and short films, TV programs, photo shootings, live performances. She is willing to travel anywhere in Italy and abroad. For further information, write to viscontistefy@libero.it. You will find other links to some of her personal pages below<br />
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