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Maffei family has important role in the history of Volterra, especially in the medieval times during constant wars between Ghibellines and Guelphs. Niccolo Maffei was 19th century politician, a patriot who took significant part in the process of Risorgimento, unifications of Italy. He was also several times city major of Volterra meritorious for transfering the Guarnacci Museum ot the new location, where it is today.