Palazzo Pantaleo Spinola

Palazzo Pantaleo Spinola is a Renaissance building in Genoa featuring a white facade with a marble portal decorated by statues of Prudence and Vigilance. Window openings are balanced across the exterior, creating a symmetrical and ordered appearance.

Construction began in 1558 under commission from Pantaleo Spinola, with architect Bernardo Spazio and master builder Giovanni Pietro Orsolino leading the work. The building rose during a period of significant architectural development in Genoa.

The ground floor holds biblical frescoes painted by Giovanni Carlone showing scenes like Susanna and the Elders and scenes of divine judgment. These paintings shape how visitors experience the interior spaces today.

The building now serves as the headquarters of a local bank and remains an important part of the city's architectural heritage. Visitors can admire the historic structure from the exterior and access interior spaces during special occasions.

The ceiling fresco in the piano nobile shows a mythological scene of Jupiter receiving the keys to the temple of Janus, painted by Domenico Piola. This artwork blends classical and religious themes within a single upper room.

Location: Genoa

Architects: Bernardo Spazzi

Official opening: 1558

Part of: Genoa: Le Strade Nuove and the system of the Palazzi dei Rolli

Address: Via Garibaldi, 2

GPS coordinates: 44.41090,8.93474

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:06