Tuscany; city of Montepulciano: statue of Pulcinella (17th century) on top of clock tower "Torre di Pulcinella" (Pulcinella Tower); The clock tower (Italian: Torre dell`orologio) was most probably built in 15th century; or even in 13th century; right across the church Chiesa di Sant`Agostino; built 1285 - 15th century; and renovated by Michelozzo; in 16th century. The clock tower was the bell tower (campanile) of church of St Augustine. The Pulcinella statue; restored 2015; was installed here in 1680 or late 17th century; by a priest from Naples. It replaced an automatic machine; ringing the bell and announcing the daily hours; of 1524. Pulcinella; famous in Napoletan puppetry and meaning "little chicken" or "little rooster"; is a famous figure of the Italian Commedia dell`Arte; but dates back even to antique Roman and pre-Roman times.

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