Loggia dei Lanzi

by Meticulous Meanderings, posted in Europe, Florence, Italy

The Loggia dei Lanzi is a stunning open-air sculpture gallery that graces the bustling Piazza della Signoria in Florence. Built in the late 14th century, this beautiful portico features a series of elegant arches supported by sturdy columns, creating a harmonious architectural space that seamlessly integrates art and public life. The loggia serves as a backdrop for some of Florence’s most remarkable sculptures, including the iconic Perseus with the Head of Medusa by Benvenuto Cellini and the powerful Rape of the Sabine Women by Giovanni Battista Bolognese.

Visiting the Loggia dei Lanzi offers a unique opportunity to appreciate these masterpieces up close, and the open-air setting allows you to enjoy the fresh Florentine breeze as you admire the intricate details of each sculpture. As you stand among these extraordinary works of art, you can reflect on the rich history and cultural significance embedded in each piece. The loggia is also a popular meeting point and gathering place for locals and tourists alike, often filled with street performers and artists adding to the lively atmosphere of the piazza.

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P.za della Signoria, 50121 Firenze FI, Italy

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Loggia de la Signoria dei Lanzi Florenz Perseus with the head of Medusa (1545–1554), by Benvenuto Cellini. Loggia dei Lanzi, Florence, Italy, seen in profile, saber, muscles, hero, blood, Late Renaissance, winged hat, winged shoes, anatomy, lost wax casting, bronze
Italie, Florence, Piazza della Signorina, Loggia dei Lanzi, Lion par Flaminio Vacca, 1594 - 1598 (50130292643) Hercules beating Centaur Nesso

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