Gezicht op het Piazza della Signoria in Florence before 1898

This anonymous, undated photograph shows two different views of the Piazza della Signoria in Florence, Italy. The first image is a close-up view of the Loggia dei Lanzi, an open-air gallery that houses several important Renaissance sculptures, including Cellini's Perseus. The second photograph provides a wider view of the square, showcasing the Palazzo Vecchio, a grand fortress that served as the seat of Florentine government, and the iconic tower of the Palazzo della Signoria. The photographic style and printing technique suggest a possible date of creation before 1898, potentially highlighting the changing cityscape of Florence during this period. This small-scale image (116 mm x 166 mm) would have likely been part of a larger printed publication, such as a travel guide or a historical text, offering a snapshot of a key location in Italian Renaissance art and architecture.