Statue of Cosimo I, Memorial statue in Piazza dei Cavalieri, Pisa, Italy.
The marble Statue of Cosimo I stands in the center of Piazza dei Cavalieri, depicting the first Grand Duke of Tuscany in ceremonial robes.
Pietro Francavilla created this monument in 1596 as part of a larger initiative to transform the square into a center of Medicean influence in Pisa.
The statue represents the strong connection between the Medici family and Pisa, positioned near the Palazzo degli Anziani to demonstrate their political authority.
The memorial remains open for public viewing throughout the year, with local guides offering detailed information about its construction and historical context.
The sculpture combines French and Italian artistic techniques, reflecting Francavilla's background as a Franco-Flemish artist working in Renaissance Italy.
Location: Pisa
Inception: 1596
Creator: Pietro Francavilla
Made from material: marble
GPS coordinates: 43.71956,10.40026
Latest update: March 3, 2025 08:57
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