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Florence Victorious over Pisa, c. 1570 (plaster)
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Florence Victorious over Pisa, c. 1570 (plaster)
BEN82460 Florence Victorious over Pisa, c.1570 (plaster) by Giambologna (Giovanni da Bologna), (1529-1608); Palazzo Vecchio (Palazzo della Signoria) Florence, Italy; Photo eRaffaello Bencini; Flemish, out of copyright
Media ID 22785348
© Raffaello Bencini / Bridgeman Images
Mannerist Personification Propaganda
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This print captures the essence of Giambologna's masterpiece, "Florence Victorious over Pisa" created around 1570. The plaster sculpture, housed in the Palazzo Vecchio in Florence, Italy, is a stunning example of Mannerist art and serves as a powerful symbol of triumph. In this image by A© Raffaello Bencini, we witness the dramatic representation of victory personified through a female figure. Her nudity is not merely for titillation but rather an allegorical portrayal of virtue overcoming vice. The artist skillfully depicts her triumphant stance and confident expression as she stands tall above her defeated opponent. The sculpture itself carries profound political undertones, serving as propaganda for Florence's dominance over its rival city-state Pisa during the Renaissance era. It represents more than just a military conquest; it embodies the triumph of moral righteousness and civic virtue. Bencini's photograph expertly captures every intricate detail and delicate contour of Giambologna's work. Through his lens, we can appreciate not only the technical brilliance but also the symbolic significance behind this iconic piece. As we gaze upon this remarkable print, we are transported back to a time when art was used to convey powerful messages and shape public opinion. It reminds us that even centuries later, these masterpieces continue to inspire awe and evoke emotions within us all.
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