Florence Collection

MIGRANT MOTHER, 1936. Florence Thompson, a 32-year-old migrant worker and mother of seven, with her children in a camp for migrant workers in Nipomo, California, 1936

Fairy Revels
Enchanting illustration showing fairies dancing in a ring underneath a toadstool while pixies, elves and sprites watch and hold lamps. c.1925

Gozzoli, Benozzo di Lese, called Benozzo (1420-1497). Procession of the Youngest King. 1459-1460. ITALY. Florence. Medici Riccardi Palace. The Magi with Lorenzo the Magnificent and his retinue

Dante and the Divine Comedy (The Comedy Illuminating Florence), 1464-1465. Artist: Domenico di Michelino
Dante and the Divine Comedy (The Comedy Illuminating Florence), 1464-1465. From the Basilica of Santa Maria del Fiore, Florence

Map of Florence known as Della Catena Map of Florence, Attributed to Francesco di Lorenzo Rosselli, 1470, illustration
Cartography, Italy, 15th century. Map of Florence known as The Della Catena Map of Florence. Attributed to Francesco di Lorenzo Rosselli, 1470

Carta della Catena. View of Florence in 1490. Renaissance art. Painting. ITALY. Florence. Firenze Com era Historical and Topographical Museum

THE SUPREMES, c1963. American vocal trio. From left to right: Florence Ballard, Mary Wilson, and Diana Ross in performance

Dante Alighieri, Italian poet, sees his beloved Beatrice
Dante Alighieri, Italian poet, best known for his long narrative poem, the Divine Comedy, sees his beloved Beatrice Portinari on the Lung Arno, Florence

The Lady With The Lamp Florence Nightingale
A colour illustration from the 1890s depicting Florence Nightingale, English nurse and hospital reformer (1820-1910) at the barracks hospital, Scutari, in 1854 during the Crimean War

Fairies dance in a circle - Fairy Ring
He whistled to the merry elves, Were leaping in a ring

SANTI di TITO (1536-1603). Portrait of Niccolo Machiavelli. end 16th c. Renaissance art. Oil on canvas. ITALY. Florence. Palazzo Vecchio (Old Palace)

Ghost plant or Indian pipe, Monotropa uniflora. Monotrope a une fleur. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali

Colour Woodcut print. Florence Mary Anderson / Molly MacArthur (1893-1972) had two distinct styles of illustration. From the middle of the 1920s

Perseus and Medusa statue at Loggia dei Lanzi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy

16th Century Plan of Florence
16th century plan of Florence, Italy. Detail from the map of Etruria (Tuscany and Northern Lazio), in the Gallery of Maps in the Vatican Museum.The Gallery of Maps holds maps which were commissioned

The statue of David by Michelangelo in the Galleria dell Accademia in Florence, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Florence Nightingale
In Scutari, Florence Nightingale attends to a patient

Princess looking in a mirror
A princess looking in a mirror, from The Black Princess. 20th century

Fairies in flight by Florence Mary Anderson. 1915

Primavera, c1478. Artist: Sandro Botticelli
Primavera, c1478. From the collection of the Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Italy

Whither Away by Florence Mary Anderson
A group of delicate looking fairies and pixies ride around on dragonflies and bees. c.1925

City map of Florence, Italy, lithograph, published in 1897
City map of Florence - capital city of the Italian region of Tuscany. Lithograph, published in 1897

The Battle of San Romano, c1438, (1909). Artist: Paolo Uccello
The Battle of San Romano, c1438, (1909). Painting held at The National Gallery, London. From The National Gallery, Vol. One [T. C. & E. C. Jack, London and Edinburgh, 1909]

Duomo (Cathedral), Florence (Firenze), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Twinflower, Linnaea borealis, Linnea boreale. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence

General city skyline view and the Duomo, Florence, Italy

The Moonchild by Florence Mary Anderson
A small, angelic looking child is carried through the sky in a basket held by a colourful group of fairies and pixies. c.1925

The Battle of San Romano, 1432 (c1435-1440). Artist: Paolo Uccello
The Battle of San Romano, 1432 (c1435-1440). The Battle of San Romano was fought between the armies of Siena and Florence

Florence Nightingale, English nurse and hospital reformer, c1850s. Named after the place of her birth in Italy, Florence Nightingale (1820-1910) devoted her life to the sick and suffering

CELLINI, Benvenuto (1500-1571). Perseus. 1554

LEOPARDI, Giacomo (1798-1837). Italian writer
" LEOPARDI, Giacomo (1798-1837). Italian writer. Drawing according the funerary mask on the frontispiece of his " Opere" (Florence)."

Black truffle, Tuber melanosporum (Tuber cibarium, Tartufo commestibile, Lycoperdon tuber). Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze

Golden rays over the Ponte Vecchio and Duomo as the sun sets over Florence, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Goddess Maat. 1312 -1298 BC. Represented with a feather in the head. Egyptian art. New Kingdom. Painting. ITALY. Florence. National Museum of Archaeology. Proc: EGYPT. Dayr al-Bahri

Ladies in Florence during the Renaissance
Noble ladies of Florence during the early 1400s. Antique hand-colored print

The David, Piazza della Signoria, Florence (Firenze), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Map of Italy and the Mediterranean made out of ceramic tiles on a street in Seville, Spain

Statue of David, Piazza della Signoria, Florence, Tuscany, Italy

The Kings Castle by Florence Mary Anderson
" The Kings Castle by Florence Mary Anderson. " Once upon a time there was a king who lived in a castle", from Lillie and Zizi from The Black Princess

Fairies and toadstools, from The Dream Pedlar. 1914

An Allegory with Venus and Cupid, c1523-1568. Artist: Agnolo Bronzino
An Allegory with Venus and Cupid, c1523-1568. The picture is likely to be that mentioned in Vasaris Life of Bronzino of 1568. From the collection of the National Gallery, London

Plato, Ancient Greek philosopher
Plato (427-347 BC), Ancient Greek philosopher. Platos spirit of rational inquiry led to todays scientific method. His writings shaped and continue to have a profound influence on Western thought

Plato and Aristotle shown in a bas-relief titled " Logic" by Giotto on the doors of the Campanile, Florence. 19th-century photograph

Highland Fling by Florence Hardy
Two children, dressed in traditional costume, dance an energetic Highland fling

Plan and cut of the dome of the Cathedral of Florence, 16th century (drawing)
LRI4619069 Plan and cut of the dome of the Cathedral of Florence, 16th century (drawing) by Cardi Cigoli, Ludovico (1559-1613); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

Florence panorama from Piazzale Michelangelo, Florence, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Cathedral (Duomo), Florence, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

View of Florence from Boboli Gardens, Florence, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

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Florence, a city steeped in history and art, has been a muse for countless creative minds throughout the ages. From the masterpieces of Gozzoli and Benozzo di Lese to the intricate Carta della Catena map, this enchanting place has inspired generations. In 1490, as depicted in the Map known as Della Catena by Francesco di Lorenzo Rosselli, one can witness the breathtaking view that captivated Dante Alighieri himself. The Italian poet gazes upon his beloved Beatrice with admiration and longing. The vibrant colours of a woodcut print bring to life the spirit of Florence. Just like Florence Nightingale, who earned her nickname "The Lady With The Lamp" for her tireless dedication to nursing during wartime. Her selflessness shines through centuries later. A princess peers into a mirror, perhaps reflecting on her own beauty amidst Florence's grandeur. And just like the elusive Ghost plant or Indian pipe that blooms mysteriously in its shadows, there is an air of mystique surrounding this captivating city. Perseus and Medusa statue at Loggia dei Lanzi stands tall as a testament to Florentine bravery and resilience. It echoes Michelangelo's David nearby – both sculptures embodying strength and grace that define Florence itself. Santi di Tito's portrait captures Niccolo's essence perfectly - his eyes filled with wisdom gained from living in this remarkable city where art thrives around every corner. Even beyond its borders, Florence leaves an indelible mark on popular culture. The Supremes' iconic image showcases not only their talent but also how far-reaching Florence's influence truly is - transcending time and geography. Florence remains timeless; it continues to inspire artists across various mediums even today. Its allure lies not only in its rich history but also in its ability to ignite creativity within those fortunate enough to experience its magic firsthand.