Equestrian Monument of Cosimo I, Bronze equestrian statue in Piazza della Signoria, Italy.
The equestrian monument shows Cosimo I de Medici riding a horse with a forward step, representing leadership through its detailed bronze craftsmanship.
Ferdinand I commissioned Giambologna to create this statue in 1587 to honor his father, the first Grand Duke of Tuscany, completing it in 1594.
Three marble reliefs on the pedestal depict key moments: the 1537 Duke election, 1555 Siena conquest, and 1569 Grand Duke title conferral.
The monument stands in the center of Piazza della Signoria, with paved surfaces enabling access from multiple directions for viewing and photography.
The horse figure was cast in a single bronze pour, requiring a specialized foundry due to its size and technical complexity.
Location: Florence
Inception: 1594
Creator: Giambologna
Accessibility: Rollstuhlgerecht
Made from material: bronze
GPS coordinates: 43.76981,11.25605
Latest update: May 24, 2025 17:08
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