Equestrian statue of Ferdinando I de' Medici, Bronze equestrian memorial in Piazza della Santissima Annunziata, Florence, Italy.
The bronze statue depicts Grand Duke Ferdinando I de' Medici mounted on horseback and dressed in armor bearing the Cross of Santo Stefano. The work occupies the center of Piazza della Santissima Annunziata, framed by Renaissance architecture on all sides.
Giambologna designed the work with his student Pietro Tacca completing it, commissioned in 1608. Its completion marked a significant phase in the artistic development of Medici rule in Florence.
The statue presents a ruler as a wise leader rather than a military commander, which was an unusual choice for its era. This approach shaped how Florence chose to display its leadership to the public.
The monument sits centrally in the square and remains freely accessible to visitors year-round. The surrounding architecture offers multiple viewing angles to observe the work from different vantage points.
The bronze base features concentric circles of bees that symbolize the motto Maiestate Tantum. These details underscore the importance of cooperation and justice in governance, revealing the Renaissance attention to symbolic details in art.
Location: Florence
Inception: 1608
Creator: Giambologna
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Made from material: bronze
GPS coordinates: 43.77637,11.26052
Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:00
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