Loggia dei Mercanti

The Loggia dei Mercanti ("Merchants' Lodge") is a historical palace in Ancona, central Italy.

The construction of the palace commenced in 1442 under the direction of architect Giovanni Pace, also known as Sodo, during a period of economic prosperity for Ancona.

The building was restored in 1558-1561 after a fire, under the direction of Pellegrino Tibaldi, who also frescoed the central hall.

In the upper sectors are blind double mullioned windows and, in the centre, is an equestrian statue of the Roman emperor Trajan.

The Loggia was damaged by the Allied bombings during World War II, and was restored in the late 20th century.