Fountain of NeptuneBartolomeo Ammanati · 1559

  • Creation date1559
  • MuseumPiazza della Signoria

Bartolomeo Ammanati (1511 – 1592)

Bartolomeo Ammanati (1511-1592) was a prominent Italian sculptor of the Renaissance, famed for his classical portrait busts & elaborate fountain designs like the Fountain of Neptune.

Piazza della Signoria (Florence, Italy)

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About this artwork

  • Title: Fountain of Neptune
  • Artist: Bartolomeo Ammanati
  • Year: 1559
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: Piazza della Signoria
  • Main color: Gray
  • Color intensity: Balanced

Questions & Answers

How old was Bartolomeo Ammanati when creating "Fountain of Neptune" in 1559?

Bartolomeo Ammanati was 48 years old when creating "Fountain of Neptune" in 1559. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1511.

Who is the artist behind "Fountain of Neptune"?

"Fountain of Neptune" is attributed to Bartolomeo Ammanati.

How much light do the colors of "Fountain of Neptune" appear to reflect?

The colors of "Fountain of Neptune" show a gentle luminance luminance.

What is the creation date of "Fountain of Neptune" by Bartolomeo Ammanati?

The creation of "Fountain of Neptune" by Bartolomeo Ammanati is dated 1559.

Is "Fountain of Neptune" by Bartolomeo Ammanati a portrait, landscape or square composition?

"Fountain of Neptune" by Bartolomeo Ammanati has a portrait format. The format describes the proportions of the composition.

How strong are the colors of "Fountain of Neptune"?

The color of "Fountain of Neptune" is subtle color in saturation and balanced in intensity.

Who created "Fountain of Neptune" and in what year?

The author of "Fountain of Neptune" is Bartolomeo Ammanati, and the work is dated 1559.

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