Florence Collection (#99)

Death mask of Lorenzo de Medici, ruler of Florence, 1492 (1956). Lorenzo the Magnificent (1449-1492) ruled the Florentine Republic during the Italian Renaissance

Selimiye Barracks at Haydar Pasa, Istanbul
The Selimiye Barracks at Haydar Pasa (built by Mahmud II in 1828), known in Turkish as Kisla - the site of Florence Nightingales British Military Hospital during the Crimean War. Date: circa 1910s

Mrs Frank Jay Gould (Florence de Caze)
Mrs Frank Jay Gould, nee Florence de Caze (1893-1985), wife of wealthy philanthropist and businessman Frank Jay Gould. Together with him

Filippo Brunelleschi (1377-1446). Statue
Filippo Brunelleschi (1377-1446). Architect and engineer Italian Renaissance. Statue Florence. Italy

Bernardo Bellotto (1721-1780). The river Arno in Florence, 1
Bernardo Bellotto (1721-1780). Italian urban landscape painter or vedutista. Nephew of Canaletto. The river Arno in Florence, 1742. Oil on canvas, Museum of Fine Arts. Budapest. Hungary

Prayer of the Garden (1498-1500) by Sandro Botticelli (1445
Sandro Botticelli (1445-1510). Italian painter. Prayer of the Garden (1498-1500). Royal Chapel. Granada. Spain

Sandro Botticelli (1445-1510). Italian painter. Portrait of
Sandro Botticelli (Alessandro di Mariano di Vanni Filipepi) (1445-1510). Italian painter. Portrait of a man with a medal of Cosimo the Elder (1475-1476). Uffizi Gallery. Florence. Italy

Florence Saunders, Soulful actress at the Old Vic theatre Date: early 20th century

Boy & girl sitting on the moon
Fantasy image of boy and girl sitting on a crescent moon with 8 robins in attendance amidst a winter scene. Artist: Florence Hardy Date: circa 1914

Arabian flat astrolabe from 10th century. ITALY. TUSCANY. Florence. Galileo Museum. Proc: SPAIN

Head of young boy. 3rd BC. Etruscan art. Sculpture on bronze. ITALY. TUSCANY. Florence. National Museum of Archaeology

Florence Cook, spirit medium, in later life
Florence Cook (c.1856-1904) was an English medium who claimed to materialise a spirit named Katie King. Seen here in later life, sitting in a garden with a dog on her lap

Sunset on Santa Maria del Fiore cathedral (Duomo), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Florence, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Brunelleschis Dome on the Duomo frames the old medieval city of Florence, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

BOY SCOUT CAMP, 1942. Boy Scouts at a swimming class at Boy Scout Camp in Florence, Alabama. Photograph, July 1942

HELL AND DAMNATION. Detail of mosaic, late 13th century, from cupola of Baptistry in Florence, Italy

The dome of Brunelleschi, Santa Maria del Fiore, Piazza del Duomo, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Florence (Firenze), Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Charles Hughesdon and his wife the actress Florence Desmond
Charles Hughesdon and his wife, the actress Florence Desmond, at the RAeS Garden Party at the Fairey Aerodrome on the Great West Road, London, 14 May 1939. Date: 1939

Lorenzo Monaco (1370-1422). The Coronation of the Virgin. 1413. Detail of the predella depicting the Nativity. Renaissance art. Quattrocento. Tempera on wood. ITALY. Florence

BONIFACE VIII. Pope of Rome (1294-1303). Painting. ITALY. Florence. Galleria degli Uffizi (Uffizi Gallery)

Leonardo da Vinci sketch for a siege machine
Military machine for firing arrows with a crossbow, designed by Leonardo da Vinci. Woodcut with a watercolor wash

Leonardo da Vinci drawing of a canal dredge
Leonardo da Vincis drawing of a device for excavating a canal. Woodcut reproduction with a watercolor wash

Michelangelo
Portrait of artist Michelangelo. Digitally colored 19th-century photograph of a portrait

Children Dancing by Florence Hardy
A dancing lesson. A young girl instructs three other young boys how to dance

Beatrice Portinari, beloved of Dante
Beatrice Portinari, a young lady of Florence with whom Dante fell in love when she was 8 and he was 9

Andrea Cesalpino Andreas Caesalpinus Botanist
Andrea Cesalpino, 1524 - 1603. Florentine botanist and physician. From an 18th century print by Carlo Faucci from a drawing by Tommaso Gentili

Florence Cathedral Cattedrale Di Santa Maria Del Fiore
Florence Cathedral, formally the Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore, Florence, Tuscany, Italy, seen here in the 19th century

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Florence, a city steeped in history and art, has been a muse for countless creative minds throughout the ages. From the masterpieces of Gozzoli and Benozzo di Lese to the intricate Carta della Catena map, this enchanting place has inspired generations. In 1490, as depicted in the Map known as Della Catena by Francesco di Lorenzo Rosselli, one can witness the breathtaking view that captivated Dante Alighieri himself. The Italian poet gazes upon his beloved Beatrice with admiration and longing. The vibrant colours of a woodcut print bring to life the spirit of Florence. Just like Florence Nightingale, who earned her nickname "The Lady With The Lamp" for her tireless dedication to nursing during wartime. Her selflessness shines through centuries later. A princess peers into a mirror, perhaps reflecting on her own beauty amidst Florence's grandeur. And just like the elusive Ghost plant or Indian pipe that blooms mysteriously in its shadows, there is an air of mystique surrounding this captivating city. Perseus and Medusa statue at Loggia dei Lanzi stands tall as a testament to Florentine bravery and resilience. It echoes Michelangelo's David nearby – both sculptures embodying strength and grace that define Florence itself. Santi di Tito's portrait captures Niccolo's essence perfectly - his eyes filled with wisdom gained from living in this remarkable city where art thrives around every corner. Even beyond its borders, Florence leaves an indelible mark on popular culture. The Supremes' iconic image showcases not only their talent but also how far-reaching Florence's influence truly is - transcending time and geography. Florence remains timeless; it continues to inspire artists across various mediums even today. Its allure lies not only in its rich history but also in its ability to ignite creativity within those fortunate enough to experience its magic firsthand.