Ferdinando Collection (page 2)

Sketch Palace Interior 1700-1774 Pen brown ink
Artokoloro

Adriaen Haelwegh (Dutch, 1637 - after 1696), Ferdinando II, Grand Duke of Tuscany, before 1691, engraving on laid paper

Lord Fairfax (1612-71) illustration from Portraits of Characters illustrious
XJF145440 Lord Fairfax (1612-71) illustration from Portraits of Characters illustrious in British History (mezzotint) (b/w photo) by English School

Spanish priest. From the work Omnium Fere Gentium
" Spanish priest. From the work " Omnium Fere Gentium "

Barbados - Tomb of Ferdinando Paleologus
St Johns Churchyard, Barbados - The rather remarkable tomb of Ferdinando Paleologus (?-1678). Paleologus was a descendent of the brother of the great Emperor Constantine XI

Turkish Christmas Card
Christmas card sent by Ferdinando de Paruta who was the Director of the International Couriers and Guides Office of Pera, Constantinople. Card produced by Sebah and Joaillier in Constantinople

Thomas Lord Fairfax - 8
THOMAS third baron FAIRFAX Son of Ferdinando : parliamentary military commander and statesman during the English Civil War

Messina Occupied
Following a naval bombardment, the port of Messina is invested by the royalist forces of Ferdinando II, king of the Two Sicilies

Messina Bombarded
Ferdinando II orders the bombardment of Messina, where an insurrection has taken place, earning him the nickname of King Bomba

Constitution in Napoli
Though Ferdinando of Naples /Two Sicilies opposes independence, he grants a fairly liberal constitution which delights the populace

Ministers at Naples
All must bow to the chief ministers of Ferdinando II of Naples - monsignor Cocle and Del Carretto

Ferdinand II de Medici, Grand Duke of Tuscany, patron of the arts and pupil of Galileo, seen here with his consort and cousin, Vittoria della Rovere (1622-1694)

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Ferdinando, a name that echoes through the rich history of Italy. From Rome to Florence, his legacy is etched in stone and captured on canvas. In the heart of Rome stands Saint Mary of the Prayer and Death, a testament to Ferdinando's devotion. The Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore proudly displays its main facade, crafted with meticulous detail by none other than Ferd himself in 1743. Traveling further into Florence, we find ourselves at Piazza della SS Annunziata, where a magnificent monument pays tribute to Ferdinando I de Medici. This grand structure stands as a symbol of power and influence during his reign. Artistry was not limited to architecture for this remarkable figure; it extended onto canvases too. A captivating portrait captures Ferdinand I de Medici's essence - his piercing gaze revealing both strength and wisdom. Nature itself seems touched by Ferdinando's presence as well. The Camellia hybrid known as Don Carlos Ferdinando blooms with vibrant colors, mirroring the vibrancy he brought to every aspect of life. His successor, Ferdinando II de Medici also left an indelible mark on history. His own portrait immortalizes him in oil on canvas - regal yet approachable. Venturing southward towards Naples brings us to Piazza Triesti e Trento - a bustling square where memories intertwine with modernity. Here too lies evidence of Ferdinand's influence; perhaps even more subtly but no less significant. The realm of philosophy found solace under his patronage as well. Justus Lipsius, Hugo Grotius, Peter Paul Rubens, and Philip Rube were among "The Four Philosophers" who flourished under his support - their intellectual contributions shaping generations to come. Even stage design felt the touch of Ferdinando's creative mind. A perspective for a stage set featuring a courtyard and triumphal arch showcases his vision, blending art and architecture seamlessly.