Palazzo Clary, Renaissance palace in Dorsoduro, Venice, Italy
Palazzo Clary is a Renaissance palace in Dorsoduro distinguished by a U-shaped layout with long lateral wings branching outward. The building features two principal floors with ornate rooms, above which sits a simpler upper story overlooking the waterfront.
The building originated in the 17th century as part of Venice's aristocratic architecture. A severe fire in the 1920s damaged it significantly, prompting restoration work that returned the structure to function.
The palazzo provided space for a family chapel within the nearby church of San Trovaso, where members left their mark with a marble relief. This arrangement reflects how Venice's wealthy families sought to blend their private devotion with the city's religious life.
The palazzo sits on Fondamenta Zattere al Ponte Longo with straightforward water access from the Giudecca Canal nearby. Its waterfront position makes it easy to locate and offers clear views across the water.
The palazzo housed the French consulate general from after World War II until the late 1990s. This diplomatic role connected it to European political life during a transformative era of modern history.
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