Decoration of the Sala del Gigli
Domenico Ghirlandaio (1449 – 1494)
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Palazzo Vecchio (Florence, Italy)
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About this artwork
- Title: Decoration of the Sala del Gigli
- Artist: Domenico Ghirlandaio
- Year: 1484
- Format: Tall
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: Palazzo Vecchio
- Creative period: Mature Period
- Color palette: Neutrals
- Main color: Espresso
- Purpose: Accent
Quick Facts
- Title: Decoration of the Sala del Gigli
- Subject or theme: Religious iconography; Florentine nobility
- Notable elements or techniques: Detailed depiction of Florentine warriors; masterful use of perspective.
- Movement: Early Renaissance
- Year: 1482-1484
- Location: Florence Cathedral, Florence
- Artistic style: Renaissance


