Naumachia in the Court of Palazzo Pitti, from an Album with Plates documenting the Festivities of the 1589 Wedding of Arch Duke Ferdinand I de’ Medici and Christine of Lorraine 1589 - 1592

Orazio Scarabelli's "Naumachia in the Court of Palazzo Pitti" is an etching that commemorates the 1589 wedding of Arch Duke Ferdinand I de' Medici and Christine of Lorraine. The print depicts a naumachia, a staged sea battle, held in the courtyard of the Palazzo Pitti in Florence. The image captures the grand spectacle of the event, showcasing the elaborate staging, the numerous ships and the crowds of onlookers. The artist uses meticulous detail to render the architecture of the palace, the ships, and the figures of the spectators. This etching serves as a valuable historical record of the lavish celebrations of the Medici court.