The architecture of St. Peter's Basilica uses elements from both the Baroque and Renaissance styles. /CropBox [0.0 0.0 612.0 791.52] The geometric and structural ambiguities of dome of the Saint Mary of the Angels Basilica, in Domes in the World. Official Name: St. Peter's Basilica, Basilica di San Pietro, Location: Piazza San Pietro, 00120 Citt del Vaticano, Vatican City, Area: 220 metres (length), 150 metres (width), 136.6 metres (height), Architectural Style: Renaissance and Baroque, Main Architects: Donato Bramante, Maderno, Raphael, Michelangelo, Gian Lorenzo Bernini. It has been described as "holding a unique position in the Christian world" and as "the greatest of all churches of Christendom". << endobj /Type /Action >> /A << Why is the St. Peters Basilica architecture famous? First, visit the Pine Courtyard, Belvedere Courtyard, the Gallery of the Maps, Candelabra Gallery, Pio Clementino's Rooms, the Tapestry . >> The core plan of Bramante was to match the Basilica to a Latin cross. endobj Bramante modeled the Basilica after the Roman Pantheon. What tombs are part of the St. Peters Basilica architecture? It's also known as the High Altar considering its importance. 2 Abstract: St. Peter's basilica is the largest church in the world. /Type /Action /Count 1 endobj There are over 25 Altars inside St. Peters Basilica but the most sacred altar, without any doubt, is the Papal Altar built over the tomb of St. Peter, the crucified first Bishop of the Catholic Church. Learn about everything that makes this Church an architectural marvel on this page. /Im5 85 0 R /Annots [28 0 R 29 0 R 30 0 R 31 0 R 32 0 R 33 0 R 34 0 R 35 0 R] The Stadium of Nero was located on the very spot where the Vatican exists today. /Im2 94 0 R A church only becomes a basilica when the pope designates it, usually because of historical significance or if it houses sacred relics. /Parent 10 0 R 5 0 obj A. >> /Group << A. On Bramantes death (1514) Leo X commissioned as his successors Raphael, Fra Giovanni Giocondo, and Giuliano da Sangallo, who modified the original Greek cross plan to a Latin cross with three aisles separated by pillars. St. Peter's Basilica has many treasures. Maderno also completed the facade of St. Peters and added an extra bay on each end to support campaniles. St. Peter's Basilica 4-12, 4-13). In 306 AD, Emperor Constantine became the first Christian emperor of Rome. 15 0 obj Direct link to Steven Zucker's post In Italian it means an op, Posted 8 years ago. A. Direct link to Shravan Mehra's post Why was a double dome des, Posted 5 years ago. /T1_0 101 0 R Situated on Vatican Hill in the UNESCO world heritage site of Vatican City, St Peters Basilica dominates the skyline of Rome and attracts millions of visitors from all over the world. It's also noted that no one in history has ever attempted a massive formation. The St. Peter's Basilica dome rests on a cylindrical drum supported by a five-sided, four columns. /Im3 95 0 R /Contents 100 0 R St. Peter's Basilica is built over the Tomb of St. Peter. Bernini had these relics inserted into loggias built into the piers on which the dome rests. << /Length 4091 PETER SQUARE The basilica is approached via St. Peter's Square a forecourt in two sections, both surrounded by tall colonnades. Appligent pdfHarmony 2.0 This architectural marvel is the world's largest Catholic church, and acts as a landmark within the Vatican walls. The Basilica of Saint Peter.pdf The Basilica of Saint Peter.pdf Aldo De Sanctis Download Free PDF Download Related Papers Marshall, David R., 'Giovanni Paolo Panini as Architectural Critic: The Competition for the Facade of S. Giovanni in Laterano in 1732 and the Quirinal Caffeaus', in Marshall, David R. /Appligent (pdfHarmony 2.0 Linux Kernel 2.6 64bit Mar 13 2012 Library 9.0.1) It appears that you have an ad-blocker running. /Rotate 0 >> Carlo Maderno was later asked by Pope Paul V to extend the church. /Im0 102 0 R THE MASONRY DOMES, FROM HISTORICAL DEBATES TO NUMERICAL MODELS. Paul V (160521) adopted Carlo Madernos plan, giving the basilica the form of a Latin cross by extending the nave to the east, thus completing the 615-foot- (187-metre-) long main structure. endobj Clerestory That part of the Shrine, which would be a second "story" and >> Dedicated to the Nativity of St Mary, it is the seat of the Archbishop of Milan, currently Archbishop Mario Delpini. USEFUL INFORMATION. Q. /ColorSpace << On Wednesdays, with the exception of late July and August, the Pope holds an audience at St Peters Basilica. /T1_0 108 0 R The level below this is the Vatican Necropolis and houses St Peters Tomb. /Rotate 0 The believers stop before the door, praying. /S /URI /Subtype /Link St. Peter's Square is an extension of the Basilica, almost welcoming its visitors with open arms. M. Bevilacqua & M. Gori Sassoli, (Rome: Artemide, 2006), 91-121. interior of old St. Peter's Cathedral_clay banks. /ArtBox [0.0 0.0 580.32 792.0] /ArtBox [0.0 0.0 572.64 778.32] /T1_1 73 0 R Clipping is a handy way to collect important slides you want to go back to later. A study on the architecture of St Peter's Basilica, Rome. St Peter's Basilica is no different. He decided to erect a basilica on Vatican Hill at the supposed location of St. Peters tomb. /A 15 0 R The architecture of the Basilica includes a variety of sculptures created by various artists. /Resources << >> Structure chosen was to have a prolonged period and evolution in design and construction. Bernini finally took over and created many iconic elements inside the Basilica including St. Peters Chair and the Baldacchino. There are various hop-on/hop-off buses, which can drop you off at Vatican City and you can catch the bus back again later on. They write new content and verify and edit content received from contributors. Updates? /Next 14 0 R /Im5 97 0 R As St. Peter's Basilica is one of the most beautiful examples of Renaissance architecture, it sure has a list of invaluable treasures inside, in terms of design elements as well as artefacts. /XObject << Bramante produced the original design for the Basilica in 1506. >> /T1_0 127 0 R Direct link to Alexander Oppenheim's post yo this site is old. 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Walsh (b. >> << By the time it was completed, Shakespeare had written all of his plays, the Mayflower had reached Plymouthand Rome had risen with its astounding basilica to become Europe's holy metropolis. /ArtBox [0.0 0.0 612.0 792.0] But, the facade we see today is the culmination of centuries of changes, decisions, and work. Construction started in 319 AD and was completed around 349 AD. << 73-94, ISBN: 9788873202943, Nuove Ricerche sulla gran cupola del Tempio Vaticano, Mechanics of Advanced Materials and Structures, in M. Tabarrini, M. Fagiolo (a cura di), Giuseppe Piermarini tra Barocco e Neoclassico. Michelangelos pupil, Giacomo della Porta, continued building it after Michelangelos death in 1564. /Count 1 2018-09-13T20:37:59-07:00 /Type /Pages /Type /Page What is part of the interior of St. Peters Basilica? /Title (page 11) /Parent 4 0 R Saint Peter's Basilica was initially designed by Donatoe Bramante in full masonry. /Type /Page Its a global ad campaign, Gerhard Emmoser, Celestial globe with clockwork, Portraits of Elizabeth I: Fashioning the Virgin Queen, The conservators eye: a stained glass Adoration of the Magi, The Gallery of Francis I at Fontainebleau (and French Mannerism), Follower of Bernard Palissy, rustic platter, Introduction to the Protestant Reformation (part 1 of 4): Setting the stage, Introduction to the Protestant Reformation (part 2 of 4): Martin Luther, Introduction to the Protestant Reformation (part 3 of 4): Varieties of Protestantism, Introduction to the Protestant Reformation (part 4 of 4): The Counter-Reformation, The Council of Trent and the call to reform art, Iconoclasm in the Netherlands in the Sixteenth Century. Take a tour of one of the holiest sites in Christendom on this guided walking tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica. endstream Q. Chris Travel Blog >> Architects have also used materials sourced from other buildings. /Keywords (St. Peter's Basilica) >> There are only three women entombed in the Vatican Grottoes; Queen Christina of Sweden, Agnesina Colonna Caetani and Queen Charlotte of Cyprus. Sorry, preview is currently unavailable. Relics of major saints include those of St. Luke the Evangelist, St. Simon the Apostle, St. Jude the Apostle, St. Gregory of Nazianzus, and St. John Chrysostom. The Basilica is approached via St. Peter's Square, an elliptical forecourt encircledby a Doric colonnade that ends at the facade Designed by Carlo Maderno, the facade features a giant order of Corinthiancolumns (each 90 feet high) that is topped by thirteen statues - Christ, the elevenapostles excluding Peter, and John the Baptist The ground 1626: Consecration of the new Basilica of St Peter. About 90 popes are buried in the papal tombs, including the first pope, St. Peter the Apostle; popes buried within the church itself are St. Leo I, St. Gregory the Great, Urban VIII, St. Pius X, St. John XXIII, and St. John Paul II. Organizzazione, mestieri, tecniche costruttive, a cura di M. Volpiano, Savigliano, L'Artistica Editrice, 2013, pp. The beauty of its exterior also includes the large plaza known as St. Peter's Square. ), Art, Site and Spectacle. One such piece of art is the bronze structure in the Basilica known as the Baldacchino which is the work of the artist Bernini and was completed in 1633. >> stream On April 18, 1506, Julius II laid the first stone for the new basilica. 12041. /Im3 83 0 R endobj /Resources << You could also take part in a walking tour, which would be useful to help you get your bearings if you are new to Rome. stream St. Peter's Basilica. >> In the centre of the square is a 25.5-meter-tall obelisk, which dates from 13th-century BC Egypt and was brought to Rome in the 1st . /Im0 92 0 R endobj Q. In the courtyard outside St Peters Cathedral in Rome there are 140 statues of saints, which stand upon the colonnades. >> /CS0 [/Indexed /DeviceRGB 145 88 0 R] It is one of the largest churches in the world and regarded as the most important one in all of Christendom. /Dest [13 0 R /XYZ 0 680 0] History of St Peters Basilica Academia.edu no longer supports Internet Explorer. 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Marshall, David R., Giovanni Paolo Panini as Architectural Critic: The Competition for the Facade of S. Giovanni in Laterano in 1732 and the Quirinal Caffeaus, in Marshall, David R. Travel Smith Blog 8 0 obj application/pdf You can email them at [email protected] to see if you can get a reservation for your chosen date. /ProcSet [/PDF /Text /ImageB] /F3 48 0 R c. Pay for an English guided tour, climb the dome as part of that and get a guided Tour through the Basilica. Wikipedia Commons. Measuring more than two football fields in length, it's by far the largest church in Christendom. You will also find statues of 140 Saints atop the colonnades and 2 identical fountains at the center of the square. /Type /Page /Type /Annot /Contents 110 0 R Milan Cathedral, or Metropolitan Cathedral-Basilica of the Nativity of Saint Mary, is the cathedral church of Milan, Lombardy, Italy. A. St. Peter's Basilica architecture follows the famed Renaissance-era and Baroque style. /Font << 50-59. /ArtBox [0.0 0.0 612.0 792.0] /A << Built over the Tomb of St. Peter, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ, the colossal structure is one among the four major basilicas in the world. Looks like youve clipped this slide to already. When Bramante died, Raphael took over as chief architect for St. Peter's, and when Raphael died, Michelangelo took over. St Peter, believed to have been one of the 12 apostles, and the first ever pope was martyred under the reign of Emperor Nero in approximately 64 AD. The massive structure is supported by four piers, each of them 60-feet thick. Bambach, Vasaris Michelangelo. In Apollo, vol. Suggested duration < 1 hour Suggest edits to improve what we show. /ProcSet [/PDF /Text /ImageB] The cathedral took nearly six centuries to complete: construction began in 1386, and the final details were completed in 1965. 25 0 obj >> The Cupola (Dome): 8:00am-6:00pm 8 for the elevators, 6 for the stairs . -> Book guided tour. In 1732 he was one of the judges of a competition to choose the architect of the new faade of S. Giovanni in Laterano under the Florentine Pope Clement XII Corsini (reigned 17301740). St. Peter's Basilica was completed after 120+ years of construction, the reign of 18 different popes, incalculable cost, and the direction of 12 different architects. Built upon the tomb of St Peter, this splendid church is a magnificent must-see for visitors to Rome. St. Peter's Basilica is one of the most iconic buildings in Western culture. endobj St Peters Basilica is located within Vatican City, which is north of the city centre of Rome. Vatican City employed 4,822 people in 2016. /Creator (Appligent pdfHarmony 2.0) >> El "Studio d'Architettura Civile" de Domenico de Rossi y su influencia en Espaa, Roman Baroque Models and Local Traditional Construction. 609 (May 2013), pp. October March Children under 10 travel free on all public transport. /Subtype /Link Marble was another important ingredient. /T1_0 105 0 R The number 64 bus has got a reputation for being particularly bad, as it is mainly used by tourists. >> St Pauls Basilica was finally complete on the 18th November 1626, and was consecrated by Pope Urban VIII. >> /S /URI endobj Frocked priests, colorful Swiss Guards, insistent souvenir shop owners, flag-waving tour guides, and pilgrims from around the world. /Subtype /Link /URI (http://network.bepress.com/hgg/discipline/780?utm_source=scholarlycommons.obu.edu%2Fhonors_theses%2F604&utm_medium=PDF&utm_campaign=PDFCoverPages) /Type /Page /F1 46 0 R << Cultural Identity and Symbolism. /Type /Page >> Q. The most important attraction of St. Peter's Basilica is its long forecourt, St. Peter's Square, inspired by Greek style. Diving into the architecture of the Basilica would be incomplete without the mention of St. Peter's Square. Stan Moore /XObject << /Type /Action /URI (https://scholarlycommons.obu.edu?utm_source=scholarlycommons.obu.edu%2Fhonors_theses%2F604&utm_medium=PDF&utm_campaign=PDFCoverPages) /Type /Annot /Parent 10 0 R 1. Free entry is granted to the museum on the last Sunday of each month and on world tourism day (September 27th). Both Michelangelo and Raphael made substantial changes to Bramante's original plan. An architectural marvel, St. Peter's Basilica is 452 feet high; Its dome is the tallest in the world. His aim was to place the Pantheon on top of the Basilica of Constantine, Old St. Peter~s was a typical Early Christian basilica, originally built in the . Nevertheless, the experience of being inside St. Peter's is awe-inspiring. /Last 55 0 R /Im1 93 0 R Hans Rose, Commentary to Heinrich Wlfflin, Renaissance and Baroque, fourth edition, Munich: Bruckmann, 1926, 181-328. Clearly different surveys, which are used both to render the formal characteristics (functional etc.) The most famous chapel among all perhaps is the Chapel of the Pieta. /Contents 75 0 R The masonry domes, from historical debates to numerical models Analiza konstrukcyjna budowli , The domed skyscraper of Galeazzo Alessi. The Baldachin stands over the papal alter which is directly above St Peters tomb. /Im0 74 0 R Numerous architects (see below), Saint Peter's Basilica ( Basilica Sancti Petri in Latin) begun 1506 completed 1626 . /Type /Pages A dazzling portrait of human achievement and excess, Basilica is a triumph of historical writing. << 183-200, Cantieri, tecniche e operatori della costruzione e del restauro nella Roma settecentesca, Technicians and master builders for restoration of the dome of St. Peter's in Vatican in the 18th Century: the contribution of Nicola Zabaglia (1664-1750), Geometria, sostegni e cupole tra Quattro e Cinquecento, in Una chiesa bramantesca a Roccaverano. Frequently drawing crowds of tens of thousands of Catholics, both the basilica and its adjoining St. Peters Square are used for a number of liturgies presided over by the pope throughout the year. About St Peters Basilica in Rome << /T1_0 117 0 R St. Peter's Basilica % endobj St Peters Basilica: 7:00am-6:00pm Free There are five entrances in the Atrium to enter the Basilica. endobj /Rect [81.0 617.094 148.224 629.106] /ProcSet [/PDF /Text /ImageB] endobj /T1_1 123 0 R Built upon the tomb of St Peter, this splendid church is a magnificent must-see for visitors to Rome.The history behind the creation of St. Peter's Cathedral in Rome is almost as amazing as the building itself. It follows the style of the Roman Pantheon, but Michelangelo modified the final design to include the supporting piers to hold the massive dome. >> >> The structure stretches 71 meters in length, 12.89 meters in width, and stands tall at 19 meters. /Type /Action /CropBox [0.0 0.0 612.0 791.52] endobj 1868 - d. 7 July 1934, North Scituate, MA) . /Next 9 0 R Do not sell or share my personal information. The specifications of the St. Peter's basilica are approximately: length: 730 feet (220 m); width: 500 feet (150 m); maximum height: 452 feet (138 m); outer dome diameter: 137.7 feet (42 m); inner dome diameter: 136.1 feet (41.5 m). /A << The first space is ellipse and the second trapezoid which was designed by bernini. Of all, the Holy Door is considered very sacred by the pilgrims. /Border [0 0 0] The Vatican museum is a ten-minute walk away from St Peters Basilica, and is worthwhile visiting. /Im4 84 0 R Q. It's 220 meters in length, 150 meters in width, and 136 meters high. The final aim is to show, by presenting an experimental case of analysis, the validity of the ancient master builders solution to the main problem of the masonry domes: their primeval and ineradicable horizontal thrust on supporting structures. Walking to St Peters Cathedral in Rome is also an option; it will only take you 15-20 minutes to walk from the heart of Rome to Vatican City, and the walk is pleasant. Among the surveys of Martino Ferrabosco on the Basilica of Saint Peter (1620) and those of Luigi Vanvitelli and Giovanni Poleni on the stability of the dome of the same basilica (1743), graphic renderings are created so as to transform the survey into the most versatile discipline available are drawn graphic returns such as to transform the survey in the most versatile discipline available for the analysis and knowledge of architecture. When Pope Julius II asked the designer to cut costs, Bramante limited the use of travertine and explored alternative options like bricks. /ColorSpace << To browse Academia.edu and the wider internet faster and more securely, please take a few seconds toupgrade your browser. /Contents 115 0 R There is so much to see, and many photo opportunities; be sure to do your research so that you dont miss anything. This is a ten-minute walk away from St Peters Basilica. The names of the other doors are the Door of death, the Door of Good and Evil, Central Door, and the Door of Sacraments. , Cite this page as: Dr. Beth Harris and Dr. Steven Zucker, "Saint Peters Basilica," in, Reframing Art History, a new kind of textbook, Guide to AP Art History vol. >> 10 0 obj THE ORIGINAL BASILICA CONSTANTINE BUILT LASTED FROM THE MID-FOURTH CENTURY AD (THE TO CELEBRATE RELIGIOUS RITES. Direct link to drszucker's post A double dome is lighter , Posted a year ago. /Rotate 0 Most buses will stop off at Vatican City, the main ones being 64, 62, 40 and 81. St. Peter's Basilica is home to the artworks of some of the greatest artists from the Renaissance period. /Parent 11 0 R /Type /Page 32 0 obj Filippo Brunelleschi and Lorenzo Ghiberti, Orsanmichele and Donatello's Saint Mark, Florence, Andrea della Robbias bambini at the Ospedale degli Innocenti, Florence, Alberti, Faade of Santa Maria Novella, Florence, Northern Italy: Venice, Ferrara, and the Marches, Devotional confraternities (scuole) in Renaissance Venice, AldoManuzio (Aldus Manutius): inventor of the modern book. In 1452 Nicholas ordered Bernardo Rossellino to begin the construction of a new apse west of the old one, but the work stopped with Nicholass death. /P 5 0 R Construction notes on the lost dome of Montecassino basilica. Insider Tips << Click here to review the details. The Papal Basilica of St Peter, known in short as St Peter's Basilica, is a renaissance church in the Vatican City. >> LA CUPOLA DI SAN PIETRO. When you come to Rome, there are certain places that you simply can't afford to miss. Designed by Michelangelo, Bernini, and other renowned architects, St. Peter's Basilica is by far the most stunning piece of Renaissance architecture. The Vatican Necropolis email [email protected] 13 The two basic types of Church are the basilica and the central plan. By whitelisting SlideShare on your ad-blocker, you are supporting our community of content creators. >> What to see in St Peter's Basilica in Rome, Visit all the other Papal Basilicas in Rome. >> As a result, when the decision was made to redesign the piazza on July 31, 1656, he was given the appointment as the architect of St. Peter's by Pope Alexander VII. >> The building of the old church itself was a replacement for an older sanctuary begun around the year 323. Top left: Bramante,plan for St. Peter's Basilica, 1506; The two basic types of Church are the basilica and the central plan. >> >> The structure was commissioned by Pope Julius II in 1506 and took nearly 120 years to complete. /Rect [145.74 211.794 355.14 223.806] By accepting, you agree to the updated privacy policy. 30 0 obj He has also strengthened the piers Bramante created to accommodate the changes. So you just have to join the queue, which can be quite long as this is such a popular tourist destination. /ProcSet [/PDF /Text /ImageB] Prince 9.0 rev 5 (www.princexml.com) Sculpted by Michelangelo at age 24, the sculpture of Pieta shows Virgin Mary grieving while holding her arms to the dead body of Jesus Christ. /Outlines 3 0 R /Subtype /XML 13 0 obj If it is too hot you could always take a scarf with you to drape over your shoulders. Khushboo Sood Follow Architect | Designer Advertisement Advertisement Recommended Romanesque architecture Binumol Tom 101.2k views 107 slides >> By the nature of his profession as a painter of capricci and vedute, Giovanni Paolo Panini (16921765), had to be well acquainted with issues of architectural style and theory. It may be worth using Uber to check the fare and order a cab; this should prevent you from being charged too much. /Parent 11 0 R /Font << A double dome is lighter and thus requires supporting walls far less substantial than those of the Pantheon. >> /ArtBox [0.0 0.0 601.92 778.8] >> Some tourists think that the queue for St Peters Basilica will also grant them access to the Sistine Chapel. >> >> >> /Rect [407.088 617.094 549.0 629.106] Studies in Early Modern Visual Culture, Melbourne: Fine Arts Network, 2007, pp. /S /URI A. St. Peters Basilica has a beautiful facade decorated with giant sculptures from the Renaissance era. endobj The dome is open from 7.30am to 5.00pm. This applies to both men and women. SAINT PETER'S BASILICA, OUTSTANDING IN THE VATICAN, IS THE PREFERRED SITE FOR THE POPE ORIGINAL USE EMPEROR CONSTANTINE BUILT THE FIRST BASILICA DEDICATED TO THE PRINCE OF THE APOSTLES AND TO CELEBRATE HIS ACCEPTANCE OF CHRISTIANITY.. St. Peters Basilica, also called New St. Peters Basilica, present basilica of St. Peter in Vatican City (an enclave in Rome), begun by Pope Julius II in 1506 and completed in 1615 under Paul V. It is designed as a three-aisled Latin cross with a dome at the crossing, directly above the high altar, which covers the shrine of St. Peter the Apostle. 34 0 obj << The domed skyscraper of Galeazzo Alessi. St. Peters Basilica is one of the most renowned works of Renaissance architecture and features many notable Baroque elements. What is St Peter's Basilica made out of? /Parent 11 0 R He decided to erect a basilica on Vatican Hill at the supposed location of. It's standing on its own, without the support of the building because it was built independently by architect Carlo Maderno. A. How to Get to St Peters Basilica, Visiting St Peter's Basilica /CropBox [0.0 0.0 594.72 780.0] It is located in the headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church, Vatican City. (Rinovare, anzich ristorare: Piranesi as Architect, in Engl. But throughout its construction, the building saw at least five artists contribute to its design. There is also a 40-meter high Egyptian obelisk (including the base and the cross on top), which was bought to Rome in 37 B.C. /Type /Annot /Prev 16 0 R World-famous artists such as Michelangelo and Raphael have contributed to the structure. /T1_0 112 0 R /ArtBox [0.0 0.0 612.0 792.0] The construction team used the travertine quarried from Tivoli, a mineral-rich town near the Vatican. /S /URI endobj He has raised the entire floor proposed by Bramante by 12.5 feet. /Subtype /Link /CropBox [0.0 0.0 601.92 778.56] /Count 7 The interior of St. Peters is filled with many masterpieces of Renaissance and Baroque art, among the most famous of which are Michelangelos Piet, the baldachin by Bernini over the main altar, the statue of St. Longinus in the crossing, the tomb of Urban VIII, and the bronze cathedra of St. Peter in the apse. /Contents 103 0 R /MediaBox [0 0 612 792] /Im0 114 0 R /Type /Action The new basilica took 120 years to complete and all the great architects of the Roman Renaissance and Baroque were part of its design. 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