Palazzo Gio Carlo Brignole, Baroque palace in central Genoa, Italy.
Palazzo Gio Carlo Brignole is a palace at Piazza della Meridiana 2 in Genoa's historic centre, rebuilt in 1671 by Gio Carlo Brignole to designs by Pietro Antonio Corradi. Its entrance was moved when via Cairoli opened (1778–1786) and is framed by two telamons carved by Filippo Parodi in 1671, originally placed at the entrance of the Brignole garden on Strada Nuova.
The palace was built in 1671 when Gio Carlo Brignole acquired and connected several neighboring houses to create this grand residence. It later passed to the Durazzo family and became the home of important figures in Genoese history.
The main rooms display frescoes by Gregorio and Lorenzo De Ferrari showing mythological scenes. These paintings shape the appearance of the grand halls and tell stories of ancient gods and heroes through their imagery.
The palace is not open to visitors: it is used today as an events centre, with commercial and residential spaces. It stands at number 2 of Piazza della Meridiana, near via Cairoli in the historic centre, and is seen from the street, where the two telamons frame the entrance.
The building was once the residence of Giacomo Maria Brignole, the last Doge of the Genoese Republic before it changed ownership. This connection to the final chapter of Genoese independence gives the place historical weight.
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