View of the Piazza Signoria with Fireworks on St John's Day

The fresco, originally located above the fireplace in the main hall of the Archbishop's Palace, and removed in 1894, shows a view of Piazza Signoria during the display of fireworks given to celebrate the festival of St John the Baptist, patron saint of Florence.

Suggested listening (streaming mp3, 18 minutes): Handel: Fireworks Music