Chiesa del Gesù, Renaissance church in Ferrara, Italy.
The Chiesa del Gesù features a measured Renaissance facade designed by architect Alberto Schiatti, with proportional architectural elements following classical principles.
The church construction began in 1570 for the Jesuit order, following Duke Ercole II d'Este's invitation to establish an educational institution in Ferrara.
The interior preserves a 15th-century terracotta sculptural group depicting the Mourning Over Christ, created by artist Guido Mazzoni.
The church opens daily from 8:30 to 11:30, with extended hours on Sundays, offering free entrance and wheelchair access through a dedicated ramp.
The apse contains the Mausoleum of Barbara of Austria, second wife of Alfonso II d'Este, crafted by Francesco Casella in the late 1500s.
Location: Ferrara
Inception: 1570
Architectural style: Renaissance architecture
Address: via Borgo Leoni 54‒58 ‒ Ferrara (FE)
GPS coordinates: 44.83908,11.62116
Latest update: March 5, 2025 07:17
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