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Sistine Chapel. The frescoes that we are contemplating here introduce us into the world of the contents of the Revelation. The truths of our faith speak to us here ... Read All.
The Sistine Chapel (/ ˌ s ɪ s ˈ t iː n ˈ tʃ æ p əl /; Latin: Sacellum Sixtinum; Italian: Cappella Sistina [kapˈpɛlla siˈstiːna]) is a chapel in the Apostolic Palace, the pope's official residence in Vatican City.
The Sistine Chapel takes its name from Pope Sixtus IV della Rovere (pontiff from 1471 to 1484) who had the old Cappella Magna restored between 1477 and 1480. The 15 th century decoration of the walls includes: the false drapes, the Stories of Moses ( south and entrance walls) and of Christ ( north and entrance walls) and the portraits of the ...
22 de may. de 2024 · Sistine Chapel, papal chapel in the Vatican Palace that was erected in 1473–81 by the architect Giovanni dei Dolci for Pope Sixtus IV. It is famous for its Renaissance frescoes, the most important of which are the frescoes by Michelangelo on the ceiling and on the west wall behind the altar.
Explore the Sistine Chapel through a virtual tour and discover its rich history and stunning artwork.
The Sistine Chapel, dedicated to Our Lady of the Assumption, was originally known as the Cappella Magna, which dated to 1377. The chapel takes its name from Pope Sixtus IV, who restored it between 1477 and 1480.
Sistine Chapel. The Sistine Chapel is among the most visited monuments in the Vatican. Famous for Michelangelo’s frescoes and the extraordinary vault. Location: Vatican City, to the right of St. Peter's Basilica. Built by: Architects Baccio Pontelli and Giovannino de 'Dolci between 1475 AD. and 1481 A.D. What to see:
