Salviati chapel

Salviati Chapel is a chapel within the Basilica of St. Mark in Florence featuring a large painted wooden tabernacle as its centerpiece. A prominent altarpiece depicts the Martyrdom of St. Lawrence and dates to the early 17th century.

In 1611 Maria Maddalena Strozzi received permission to redesign the chapel and commissioned architect Gherardo Silvani to lead the project. The resulting changes transformed the appearance of the space significantly.

The chapel houses several funeral monuments that commemorate members of Polish aristocracy from the 19th century. Many were created by notable sculptors of the era and continue to shape the appearance of the space today.

The chapel is located within the basilica complex and visitors should coordinate their visit with the church's general opening times. It makes sense to explore the basilica as a whole, seeing multiple artworks in one visit.

The chapel was originally dedicated to the Holy Stigmata of St. Francis and changed its dedication twice before finally becoming devoted to St. Lawrence the Martyr. These changes are reflected in the iconography and artworks visible today.

Location: Florence

Architects: Giambologna

Part of: Basilica of St. Mark

GPS coordinates: 43.77851,11.25884

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:41