Who painted Firenze - Galleria Uffizi - Ermafrodito Giacente?

Firenze - Galleria Uffizi - Ermafrodito Giacente was painted by Giacomo Brogi in 1880.

Where can I see Firenze - Galleria Uffizi - Ermafrodito Giacente?

Firenze - Galleria Uffizi - Ermafrodito Giacente is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Firenze - Galleria Uffizi - Ermafrodito Giacente?

Firenze - Galleria Uffizi - Ermafrodito Giacente is associated with Impressionism.

Artwork

Firenze - Galleria Uffizi - Ermafrodito Giacente

Giacomo Brogi , 1880

Firenze - Galleria Uffizi - Ermafrodito Giacente is a photographic photography by the Impressionist artist Giacomo Brogi. It dates from 1880 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

The image is an 1880 stereoscopic photograph taken by Giacomo Brogi, documenting the Ermafrodito Giacente sculpture as displayed in Florence’s Galleria degli Uffizi. It belongs to a limited, numbered edition and bears both the work’s title and the photographer’s attribution in its lettering.

Subject & Meaning

The central focus of the photograph is the marble figure of Ermafrodito Giacente, a classical representation of the hermaphroditic deity. The sculpture exemplifies the Renaissance fascination with antiquity, portraying a harmonious blend of male and female attributes in a single form.

Technique & Style

Brogi employed the stereoscopic process, capturing two slightly offset images to create a three‑dimensional effect when viewed through a suitable viewer. The photograph is rendered in black‑and‑white, emphasizing the texture of the marble and the chiaroscuro of the gallery lighting.

History & Provenance

Produced in the late nineteenth century, the photograph reflects a period when Italian photographers sought to archive the nation’s artistic heritage. The edition’s numbering indicates it was intended for collectors and scholars interested in documenting the Uffizi’s holdings.

Context

The setting shows a spacious gallery lined with various marble statues, both standing and recumbent, set against a plain wall adorned with modest framed images. The stone floor and subdued décor underscore the museum’s emphasis on the artworks rather than ornamental surroundings.