Ferdinando’s work is defined by its 17th century sensibility — an enduring influence on generations that followed. Most artists are dead; following is a declaration of love.
Bireno and Olimpia
Ferdinando Tacca (Italian, 1619–1686)
Hercules and Antaeus
Attributed to Pietro Tacca (Italian, 1577–1640) After Giambologna (Flemish, active Italy, 1529–1608)
Hercules and Lichas
Bust of a Nobleman in Armor
Attributed to Pietro Tacca (Italian, 1577–1640)
Temple of Minerva Medica
possibly Ferdinando Galli-Bibiena (Italian, 1657-1743) or the circle of Paolo Anesi (Italian, c. 1690-1773)
Bead
China
The Grand Duke Fortifies the Port of Livorno, from The Life of Ferdinando I de’ Medici
Jacques Callot (French, 1592-1635) after Matteo Rosselli (Italian, 1578-1650)
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edited by Ferdinando Ongania Italian, 1842–1911
Raising of Lazarus
Ferdinando Castiglia Spanish, active 1777
Stage Setting
School of Ferdinando Galli Bibiena Italian, 1657-1743
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Medal Depicting Ferdinando I de' Medici (1549–1609)
Antonio Francesco Selvi (Italian, 1679–1755)
Medal Depicting Ferdinando III de' Medici (1663–1713)
Design for Title-Page for Guitar Manual by Ferdinando Valdambrini
Unkown artist Italian, 17th century
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