Palazzo Mattei, Renaissance palace in Sant'Angelo district, Rome, Italy.
The three-story building features twin entrances from each street, with a facade constructed of brick and travertine displaying the Mattei family checkerboard symbol.
Carlo Maderno designed and built the palace between 1598 and 1618 for Asdrubale Mattei following his marriage to Costanza Gonzaga.
The first floor contains frescoes by Francesco Albani, Domenichino, Giovanni Lanfranco, and Pietro da Cortona depicting biblical narratives.
The palace now houses multiple institutions, including the Library of Modern and Contemporary History and the Italian Institute of Sound and Audiovisual Heritage.
The courtyard displays an extensive collection of Roman artifacts, including ancient sculptures, busts, and sarcophagi integrated with Baroque stucco decorations.
Location: Rome
Architects: Carlo Maderno
Floors above the ground: 3
GPS coordinates: 41.89403,12.47822
Latest update: March 13, 2025 12:27
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