Saint James chapel, Gothic chapel in Basilica of Saint Anthony, Padua, Italy.
The Saint James Chapel contains frescoes depicting stories of Saint James and the Crucifixion painted by Altichiero da Zevio on the walls.
Bonifacio Lupi commissioned the construction of this International Gothic chapel in 1372, with architect Andriolo de Santi leading the project.
The frescoes within the chapel demonstrate the medieval practice of using art to convey religious narratives to worshippers through visual storytelling.
The chapel remains accessible to visitors through the main entrance of the Basilica of Saint Anthony during regular opening hours throughout the year.
The walls display intricate spatial arrangements and architectural perspectives in their frescoes, marking innovations in 14th-century Italian painting techniques.
Location: Padua
Inception: 1372
Architects: Andriolo de Santi
Architectural style: International Gothic
Part of: Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua
GPS coordinates: 45.40120,11.88090
Latest update: March 7, 2025 09:00
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