Tomb of Giovanni and Piero de' Medici

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Tomb of Giovanni and Piero de' Medici, Renaissance grave in San Lorenzo Church, Florence, Italy

The tomb features a sarcophagus set within an archway, incorporating colored marble, serpentinite, porphyry, and bronze ornamentation throughout its 358-centimeter height.

Lorenzo de Medici commissioned Andrea del Verrocchio to create this memorial for his father Piero and uncle Giovanni between 1469 and 1472.

The tomb incorporates materials and design elements that demonstrate the wealth and influence of the Medici family during the Italian Renaissance period.

The monument stands in the Old Sacristy of San Lorenzo Church, with viewing access through the regular church visiting hours and entrance fees.

This monument differs from traditional Renaissance tombs by eschewing figurative decorations in favor of geometric patterns and architectural elements.

Inception: 1469

Creator: Andrea del Verrocchio

Height: 358 cm

Width: 601 cm

GPS coordinates: 43.77470,11.25370

Latest update: May 11, 2025 13:42

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