The story
Founded by Orlando Bonsignori in 1255, in Siena.1
Private company
Gran Tavola
Former bank of the Republic of Sienna
During the Middle Ages, the Gran Tavola (Italian for "Great Table") was the largest Sienese bank; it was one of the most powerful banks in Europe from 1255 to 1298. The Gran Tavola has been called "the greatest bank of the thirteenth century" as well as "one of the largest commercial and banking enterprises in Europe". The main branches of the Gran Tavola during the mid-thirteenth century were in Pisa, Bologna, Genoa, Marseille, and Paris.2 It was founded by Orlando Bonsignori.1 It is headquartered in Siena.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0
Last updated Oct 21, 2026.
Overview
1255Founded1
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During the Middle Ages, the Gran Tavola (Italian for "Great Table") was the largest Sienese bank; it was one of the most powerful banks in Europe from 1255 to 1298. The Gran Tavola has been called "the greatest bank of the thirteenth century" as well as "one of the largest commercial and banking enterprises in Europe".2
Leadership
Who has led Gran Tavola, and when. Pick a name to see everywhere that person has worked.
- FounderOrlando Bonsignori1
Timeline
- 1255Founded Founded in Siena1
Links
- WikipediaGran Tavola
- WikidataQ3774960
Sources
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- 1WikidataGran Tavola on Wikidata
- 2WikipediaGran Tavola on Wikipedia
- 3Wikimedia CommonsGran Tavola photo by Ambrogio Lorenzetti, Public domain