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Loggia Della Signoria Collection

"Exploring the Loggia della Signoria

Background imageLoggia Della Signoria Collection: Hercules and Nessus by Giambologna

Hercules and Nessus by Giambologna, Loggia della Signoria, Florence (Firenze), Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Background imageLoggia Della Signoria Collection: Menelas and Patrocle

Menelas and Patrocle, statue, Loggia della Signoria, Florence (Firenze), Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Background imageLoggia Della Signoria Collection: Florence: The sculpture of Persee showing the head of Meduse sculpted by Benvenuto Cellini

Florence: The sculpture of Persee showing the head of Meduse sculpted by Benvenuto Cellini (1500-1571)
LUX4715555 Florence: The sculpture of Persee showing the head of Meduse sculpted by Benvenuto Cellini (1500-1571) in the loggia of the Lanzi (or the Seigneury)

Background imageLoggia Della Signoria Collection: Travel to Florence - Italy in 1950s - Perseus with the Head of Medusa

Travel to Florence - Italy in 1950s - Perseus with the Head of Medusa, sculpture by Benvenuto Cellini
7093565 Travel to Florence - Italy in 1950s - Perseus with the Head of Medusa, sculpture by Benvenuto Cellini, Loggia dei Lanzi, Florence, Image date 1954

Background imageLoggia Della Signoria Collection: Florence in 1908. La loggia dei Lanzi or Loggia della Signoria

Florence in 1908. La loggia dei Lanzi or Loggia della Signoria
XEE4404289 Florence in 1908. La loggia dei Lanzi or Loggia della Signoria by Unknown photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Florence in 1908)

Background imageLoggia Della Signoria Collection: Hercules and the Centaur, 1549-99

Hercules and the Centaur, 1549-99
7129602 Hercules and the Centaur, 1549-99 by Giambologna (Giovanni da Bologna), (1529-1608); Loggia dei Lanzi, Florence, Italy; (add.info.: Hercules and the Centaur, 1549-99)

Background imageLoggia Della Signoria Collection: Perseus, 1545-1554, (bronze)

Perseus, 1545-1554, (bronze)
7129612 Perseus, 1545-1554, (bronze) by Cellini, Benvenuto (1500-71); Loggia dei Lanzi, Florence, Italy; (add.info.: Perseus, 1545-1554, Benvenuto Cellini, bronze, Loggia dei Lanzi, Florence)

Background imageLoggia Della Signoria Collection: Perseus, 1545-1554, (bronze)

Perseus, 1545-1554, (bronze)
7129610 Perseus, 1545-1554, (bronze) by Cellini, Benvenuto (1500-71); Loggia dei Lanzi, Florence, Italy; (add.info.: Perseus, 1545-1554, Benvenuto Cellini, bronze, Loggia dei Lanzi, Florence)

Background imageLoggia Della Signoria Collection: Perseus, 1545-1554, (bronze)

Perseus, 1545-1554, (bronze)
7129614 Perseus, 1545-1554, (bronze) by Cellini, Benvenuto (1500-71); Loggia dei Lanzi, Florence, Italy; (add.info.: Perseus, 1545-1554, Benvenuto Cellini, bronze, Loggia dei Lanzi, Florence)

Background imageLoggia Della Signoria Collection: Hercules and the Centaur, 1549-99

Hercules and the Centaur, 1549-99
7129604 Hercules and the Centaur, 1549-99 by Giambologna (Giovanni da Bologna), (1529-1608); Loggia dei Lanzi, Florence, Italy; (add.info.: Hercules and the Centaur, 1549-99)

Background imageLoggia Della Signoria Collection: Head of Medusa, about 1545-1550, by Benvenuto Cellini, (bronze)

Head of Medusa, about 1545-1550, by Benvenuto Cellini, (bronze)
7146876 Head of Medusa, about 1545-1550, by Benvenuto Cellini, (bronze) by Cellini, Benvenuto (1500-71); Victoria & Albert Museum, London

Background imageLoggia Della Signoria Collection: Perseus, 1545-1554, (bronze)

Perseus, 1545-1554, (bronze)
7129596 Perseus, 1545-1554, (bronze) by Cellini, Benvenuto (1500-71); Loggia dei Lanzi, Florence, Italy; (add.info.: Perseus, 1545-1554, Benvenuto Cellini, bronze, Loggia dei Lanzi, Florence)

Background imageLoggia Della Signoria Collection: Aiace holding the body of Achilles, (marble)

Aiace holding the body of Achilles, (marble)
7129606 Aiace holding the body of Achilles, (marble) by Greek school, (3rd century BC); Loggia dei Lanzi, Florence, Italy; (add.info.: Aiace holding the body of Achilles, marble)

Background imageLoggia Della Signoria Collection: Hercules Killing the Centaur (marble) (see also 353892 & 94)

Hercules Killing the Centaur (marble) (see also 353892 & 94)
BAT353893 Hercules Killing the Centaur (marble) (see also 353892 & 94) by Giambologna (Giovanni da Bologna), (1529-1608); Loggia dei Lanzi, Florence

Background imageLoggia Della Signoria Collection: Hercules Killing the Centaur (marble) (see also 353893-4)

Hercules Killing the Centaur (marble) (see also 353893-4)
BAT353892 Hercules Killing the Centaur (marble) (see also 353893-4) by Giambologna (Giovanni da Bologna), (1529-1608); Loggia dei Lanzi, Florence

Background imageLoggia Della Signoria Collection: Firenze, Alla Loggia dei Lanzi; Florence, Loggia dei Lanzi (b / w photo)

Firenze, Alla Loggia dei Lanzi; Florence, Loggia dei Lanzi (b / w photo)
7152821 Firenze, Alla Loggia dei Lanzi; Florence, Loggia dei Lanzi (b/w photo) by Hielscher, Kurt (1881-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Firenze, Alla Loggia dei Lanzi; Florence)

Background imageLoggia Della Signoria Collection: Firenze, Loggia dei Lanzi; Florence, Loggia dei Lanzi (b / w photo)

Firenze, Loggia dei Lanzi; Florence, Loggia dei Lanzi (b / w photo)
7152820 Firenze, Loggia dei Lanzi; Florence, Loggia dei Lanzi (b/w photo) by Hielscher, Kurt (1881-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Firenze, Loggia dei Lanzi; Florence, Loggia dei Lanzi)

Background imageLoggia Della Signoria Collection: Firenze / Florence: Loggia dei Lanzi e Palazzo Vecchio (litho)

Firenze / Florence: Loggia dei Lanzi e Palazzo Vecchio (litho)
7198857 Firenze / Florence: Loggia dei Lanzi e Palazzo Vecchio (litho) by Italian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Loggia dei Lanzi e Palazzo Vecchio)

Background imageLoggia Della Signoria Collection: Loggia dei Lanzi (engraving)

Loggia dei Lanzi (engraving)
969484 Loggia dei Lanzi (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Loggia dei Lanzi. Illustration for Italy from the Alps to Mount Etna (Chapman and Hall)

Background imageLoggia Della Signoria Collection: Statue of a Vestal Virgin or Priestess of Romulus (marble) (b / w photo)

Statue of a Vestal Virgin or Priestess of Romulus (marble) (b / w photo)
ALI162174 Statue of a Vestal Virgin or Priestess of Romulus (marble) (b/w photo) by Roman; Loggia dei Lanzi, Florence, Italy; Alinari

Background imageLoggia Della Signoria Collection: Loggia dei Lanzi, Place de la Seigneurie, Andrea Orgagna, architecte, 1343-1374 (engraving)

Loggia dei Lanzi, Place de la Seigneurie, Andrea Orgagna, architecte, 1343-1374 (engraving)
5199778 Loggia dei Lanzi, Place de la Seigneurie, Andrea Orgagna, architecte, 1343-1374 (engraving) by Italian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Loggia dei Lanzi)

Background imageLoggia Della Signoria Collection: Loggia dei Lanzi (engraving)

Loggia dei Lanzi (engraving)
729417 Loggia dei Lanzi (engraving) by Bauernfeind, Gustave (1848-1904); Private Collection; (add.info.: Loggia dei Lanzi)

Background imageLoggia Della Signoria Collection: The Loggia dei Lanzi, Florence, Italy (engraving)

The Loggia dei Lanzi, Florence, Italy (engraving)
5233581 The Loggia dei Lanzi, Florence, Italy (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Loggia dei Lanzi, Florence, Italy.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection



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"Exploring the Loggia della Signoria: A Glimpse into Florence's Artistic Heritage" Step into the enchanting world of Renaissance art as you visit the Loggia della Signoria in Florence, Italy. This captivating open-air gallery transports you back in time, allowing you to witness masterpieces that have stood the test of centuries. Amongst the remarkable sculptures adorning this magnificent loggia, your eyes are immediately drawn to "Menelas and Patrocle, " a poignant depiction of friendship and loyalty by an unknown artist. As you continue your journey through time, Giambologna's "Hercules and Nessus" mesmerizes with its dynamic composition and intricate details. Traveling further back in history, a vintage photograph from 1954 captures the essence of Florence during that era. The image showcases Benvenuto Cellini's iconic sculpture "Perseus with the Head of Medusa, " proudly displayed within the Loggia dei Lanzi. Its bronze form exudes power and heroism, leaving viewers awe-inspired. Delving deeper into history, we glimpse another snapshot from 1908 featuring La loggia dei Lanzi or Loggia della Signoria itself. Marvel at how this architectural gem has remained unchanged over time while witnessing Hercules battling a centaur and admiring Gianbologna's masterpiece depicting "The Rape of Sabine Women. " As if frozen in time, Perseus stands tall once again; his bronze figure immortalized between 1545-1554. His heroic stance symbolizes triumph over evil as he holds Medusa's severed head aloft for all to see. Returning to Gianbologna's mastery yet again, his portrayal of Hercules overpowering another centaur leaves us captivated by its raw strength and intensity. And just when we think we've seen it all, Bartolomeo Ammannati astounds us with his marble creation titled "The Rape of Polyxena, " a hauntingly beautiful piece from 1860-65.