Exterior view

The Palazzo Davanzati in Florence was erected in the second half of the 14th century by the Davizzi family, who were wealthy members of the wool guild. In 1578 it was sold to the Davanzati family, also rich merchants. The palace has a façade that unifies a grouping of earlier, medieval tower homes that the owner purchased with the intent to put them together.

It is constructed in sandstone, with three large portals on the horizontal axis, and three stories of mullioned windows. The topmost floor has a loggia supported by four columns and two pilasters that was added in the 16th century. The façade displays the Davanzati coats of arms and has traces of other decorations.

It was painted inside between 1395 and 1400. it is the only Tuscan palace to survive the desire of subsequent owners for redecoration.

The photo shows the façade.