Palazzo Lechi, Rococo palace in Montirone, Italy
Palazzo Lechi is a Rococo palace in Montirone that stretches along the Ghedi road with a central section projecting forward from its side wings. The building contains separate sections for stables, servant quarters, and a chapel dedicated to Saint Anthony with its own sacristy.
The Lechi family gained feudal control of Montirone and its territory in 1724, including the land where this palace would be built. The structure emerged afterward as a reflection of their rising status in the region.
The painted halls inside show members of the Lechi family and other figures in detailed scenes. These frescoes by Carlo Innocenzo Carloni remain a striking part of the interior today.
Visitors should know that the palace is primarily viewed from outside, as interior access is limited. Those interested in seeing it should check beforehand, as regular openings are not always available.
At the garden entrance stands a long iron gate credited to Gaspare Turbini, crowned with statues of Endymion and Diana sculpted by Antonio Callegari. This ornate gate is frequently overlooked by visitors despite being one of the most distinctive features of the property.
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