PALAZZO VECCHIO IN FLORENCE,INTERIOR VIEW OF THE COURT

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INTERIOR VIEW OF THE COURT IN THE OLD PALACE IN FLORENCE - TUSCANY ,Italy,1874 Print,Antique Engraving,Italian Architecture Print INTERIOR VIEW OF THE COURT IN THE OLD PALACE IN FLORENCE ,Italy,1874 Print,Toscany Architecture Print Historical Collectible Italian Architecture Art PrintPalazzo Vecchio (formerly called Seignory's Palace) was built between the end of XIII and the beginning of XIV century on project by by Arnolfo di Cambio. Even if it is inside city walls, it has a fortress shape consisting of a single block with few gothic twin lancet windows, surmounted by crenellation and a defense tower. Initially it was the seat of the city government (the Seigniory) and for this reason called Palace of Seigniory; at the beginning of XVI century Cosimo I dei Medici moved the seat of the government to his new residence of Pitti Palace and its name changed to Palazzo Vecchio (Old Palace). The inner court of the Palace was rebuilt in Reinassance style by Michelozzo, the architect of Medici family, and then decorated during the XVI century by Vasari. In the middle there is the fountain by Andrea del Verrocchio. Inside the Palace there are: the Salone del Cinquecento (Cinquecento Great Hall) on the noble floor, richly decorated by frescos; the Studiolo of Francesco dei Medici; the Sala dei Gigli (Hall of the Lilies, symbols of Florence) on the second floor; la Sala delle Carte Geografiche (Hall of the Geographical Maps)This exquisite Architecture Print shows a remarkable drawing of Tuscan Renaissance Architecture. This is a rare 1874 reprint from the publication of 1815. This print is over 130 years old.PUBLISHER- DUCHER & CieEDITORS - GRANDJEAN DE MONTIGNY, A. AND A. FAMIN, - Both artists studied a Beaux-Arts curriculum under Charles Percier and Pierre Leonard Fontaine. Grandjean de Montigney won the Prix de Rome in 1799, and Famin in 1801. Later Grandjean de Montigny taught at the Imperial Academy of Fine Arts in Rio de Janeiro. These publications showcases their background in Italianate architecture, with interior and exterior views and measured drawings.The works include Palaces, Exquisite Homes & Mansions, Churches and other Public and Private Buildings mainly from the 15th, 16th and 17th centuries. Approximate Overall Size: 17 X 11 1/4 inches CONDITION: FOLIO ENGRAVING. Blank on the back. Excellent condition. Heavier paper.Suitable ageing. The image is clean, clear and sharp with beautiful depth and detail.This beautiful rare item would look great matted and framed. An art supply store can provide you with a selection of frames for old art treasures. Seller Inventory # 52096

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