Cortile Palazzo Pitti, Firenze

1996, Printed Later
Archival lambda color photograph
39.4
x
47.25
in

Signed, titled, dated and from edition of 5 on artist’s label on verso.

Available in 3 sizes: 100 x 120 cm. (39.4 x 47.2 in.), 120 x 150 cm. (47.2 x 59.1 in.), 180 x 225 cm. (70.9 x 88.6 in.)


Massimo Listri’s “Cortile Palazzo Pitti, Firenze” offers a captivating glimpse of the architectural marvels within the Palazzo Pitti in Florence. The photograph focuses on one side of the covered walkway, showcasing the enduring beauty of Brunelleschi’s design.

The Palazzo Pitti stands as a testament to the wealth and influence of Florence’s Renaissance elite. Constructed in the 15th century at the behest of the ambitious Florentine banker Luca Pitti, the palace was later acquired by the Medici family, who expanded and embellished it into the grand residence it is today. Brunelleschi’s architectural genius is evident in every detail of the Palazzo Pitti, from its imposing facade to its intricate interior spaces.

Listri’s photograph captures the essence of Brunelleschi’s design, showcasing the graceful arches and columns that line the covered walkway. The play of light and shadow highlights the textures of the stone and the subtle intricacies of the architectural ornamentation. Through Listri’s lens, viewers are transported to a time when Florence was at the forefront of artistic and cultural innovation, and the Palazzo Pitti stood as a symbol of the city’s prosperity and power.