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Equestrian Monument of Cosimo I, Piazza della Signoria, Florence, Tuscany, Italy. This bronze equestrian statue was designed by sculptor Giambologna and erected in 1594. Cosimo I de' Medici was the Duke of Florence and the first Grand Duke of Tuscany. Florence is the capital city of the region of Tuscany. It was established by Julius Caesar in 59 BC and was a centre of medieval European trade and finance and one of the wealthiest cities of the time. It was also the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance. Blue sky is in background.

Florence, Italy - August 13, 2016: The Equestrian Monument of Cosimo I is a bronze statue located in the Piazza della Signoria in Florence, Italy. The statue depicts Cosimo I de' Medici, the first Grand Duke of Tuscany, on horseback, dressed in full armor and holding a baton. The statue was created by the renowned Italian sculptor Giambologna in the late 16th century. It stands atop a pedestal made of white Carrara marble, which features reliefs depicting scenes from Cosimo's life and the allegories of Justice and Military Virtue. The statue itself is a masterpiece of Renaissance art, with its dynamic composition and attention to detail. Cosimo's horse is shown rearing up on its hind legs, with its front legs lifted as if in motion. The horse's muscles and veins are sculpted with great precision, giving it a sense of strength and vitality. Cosimo, too, is shown in a commanding pose, with his head held high and his arm outstretched. The Equestrian Monument of Cosimo I is considered one of the finest equestrian statues in the world and a testament to the skill and artistry of Giambologna. It remains an iconic symbol of Florence and an important landmark in the city's historic center.

Statue of Cosimo de' Medici, the Uffizi Loggia, Florence. Toned, grained and vignetted image.
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In Piazza dei Cavalieiri, the famous Palazzo dei Cavalieiri, which houses one of the most prestigious parts of the University of Pisa: the Scuola Normale Superiore (the Normal School). This building was designed in 1562 by the famous architect and artist Vasari. Before becoming part of the University of Pisa, the Palazzo was the seat of the Cavalieri di Santo Stefano, the order of knights of Saint Stefano, after whom a church in the square is named. The Chiesa di Santo Stefano dei Cavalieri was built from 1565 by Vasari, among others, and was intended for the order of knights founded by Cosimo de' Medici.

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