Cosimo I Collection

Cosimo studies the taking of Siena, 1563-1565. Artist: Vasari, Giorgio (1511-1574)
Cosimo studies the taking of Siena, 1563-1565. Found in the collection of the Palazzo Vecchio, Florence

Cosme Ier, Buste en Marbre et porphyrise, par Benvenuto Cellini, aux Offices (engraving)
5199848 Cosme Ier, Buste en Marbre et porphyrise, par Benvenuto Cellini, aux Offices (engraving) by Italian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cosme Ier)

Cosme Ier, premier Duc de Toscane, 1519-1574, Par le Bronzino (engraving)
5199650 Cosme Ier, premier Duc de Toscane, 1519-1574, Par le Bronzino (engraving) by Italian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cosme Ier, premier Duc de Toscane, 1519-1574)

Cosme Ier et Alexandre de Medicis, Fac-simile d une Gravure de Martin Rota
5199610 Cosme Ier et Alexandre de Medicis, Fac-simile d une Gravure de Martin Rota, d apres l Epreuve du British Museum (engraving) by Italian School

Cosimo I with his Spanish and German guards who followed him always
LLM461667 Cosimo I with his Spanish and German guards who followed him always by Scarpelli, Tancredi (1866-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of Eleanor of Toledo (1522-1562), wife of Grand Duke Cosimo I de Medici. Found in the Collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Portrait of Eleanor of Toledo (1522?1562), c. 1560. Artist: Allori, Alessandro (1535-1607)
Portrait of Eleanor of Toledo (1522?1562), c. 1560. Found in the collection of Staatliche Museen, Berlin

Garzia de? Medici. Artist: Bronzino, Agnolo (1503-1572)
Garzia de? Medici. Found in the collection of Museo del Prado, Madrid

Portrait of Bia de Medici, 1542. Artist: Bronzino, Agnolo (1503-1572)
Portrait of Bia de Medici, 1542. Found in the collection of the Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence

Grand Duke of Tuscany Cosimo I de Medici (1519-1574), 1555-1562. Artist: Vasari, Giorgio (1511-1574)
Grand Duke of Tuscany Cosimo I de Medici (1519-1574), 1555-1562. Found in the collection of the Palazzo Vecchio, Florence

Giovanni and Garzia de Medici, 1556-1558. Artist: Vasari, Giorgio (1511-1574)
Giovanni and Garzia de Medici, 1556-1558. Found in the collection of the Palazzo Vecchio, Florence

Apotheosis of Cosimo I de Medici, 1563-1565. Artist: Vasari, Giorgio (1511-1574)
Apotheosis of Cosimo I de Medici, 1563-1565. Found in the collection of the Palazzo Vecchio, Florence

Portrait Maria de Medici Portraits De Medici
Portrait of Maria de Medici Portraits of the De Medici (series title), Portrait in half of Maria de Medici, daughter of Cosimo I and Eleonora of Toledo

Portrait Ferdinando I de Medici Portraits De Medici
Portrait of Ferdinando I de Medici Portraits of the De Medici (series title), Half-length portrait to the left of Ferdinando I de Medici, Grand Duke of Tuscany, son of Cosimo I and Eleonora Toledo

Portrait Giovanni de Medici Portraits De Medici family
Portrait of Giovanni de Medici Portraits of the De Medici family (series title), Half-length portrait to the right of Giovanni de Medici, son of Cosimo I, holding his cardinals hat in his hand

Portrait Eleonora Toledo Portraits De Medici
Portrait of Eleonora of Toledo Portraits of the De Medici (series title), Half-length portrait to the right of Eleonora of Toledo, Grand Duchess of Tuscany and wife of Cosimo I

Statue of Cosimo I, The Knights Palace, and The Church of Saint Stephen of The Knights, Piazza dei Cavalieri, Pisa, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Nicolo della Casa (French, active Italy, active 1543a'1547) after Baccio Bandinelli (Italian, 1488 - 1560). Cosimo I, Grand Duke of Tuscany, 1544. Engraving. Plate: 430 mm x 295 mm (16.93 in)

COSIMO DE MEDICI. (1519-1574). Grand Duke of Tuscany. Oil by Bronzino (1503-72)

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Cosimo I, the first Duke of Tuscany, was a prominent figure in Italian history during the 16th century. His reign was marked by military conquests and cultural patronage that left an indelible mark on Florence and beyond. One of Cosimo's most significant achievements was his successful takeover of Siena from 1563 to 1565. This pivotal event is immortalized in Giorgio Vasari's artwork, where Cosimo can be seen studying the strategies for capturing the city. The determination and strategic brilliance displayed by Cosimo are evident in this masterpiece. Another remarkable depiction of Cosimo comes from Benvenuto Cellini's marble and porphyry bust at the Offices. This engraving captures his regal presence and highlights his love for art as he commissioned such exquisite pieces during his rule. Bronzino also contributed to showcasing Cosimo's power through an engraving portraying him in armor. The grand duke exudes strength and authority, symbolizing his role as a formidable leader who protected Tuscany with unwavering dedication. Cosimo's close relationship with Eleanor of Toledo is beautifully portrayed in Alessandro Allori's portrait. As his wife, she played a crucial role in supporting him throughout their marriage, making her an integral part of his legacy. The Medici family had deep ties to Spain and Germany, which is depicted in another artwork showing Cosimo surrounded by Spanish and German guards who faithfully accompanied him wherever he went. This image reflects not only political alliances but also showcases how influential he was on an international scale. Not only did Cosimo leave behind a lasting impact politically but also within his own family circle. Portraits like those of Garzia de' Medici highlight the dynasty that he built while Bronzino captured Bia de' Medici’s beauty with incredible finesse. Vasari further immortalizes Giovanni and Garzia de' Medici – two important figures in Cosimo's lineage – through his artwork.