Palazzo Medolago, Neoclassical palace in Upper Town, Bergamo, Italy
Palazzo Medolago is a neoclassical palace in Bergamo's Upper Town featuring a two-story facade with eight semi-columns and five marble medallions set between the floors. The building sits near the historic Venetian Walls that encircle the old city.
Built in 1770 by architect Simone Cantoni, the palace came under ownership of Count Giacomo Medolago Albani in 1841. During his tenure, the marble medallions on the facade were added and the building became a notable gathering place for distinguished guests.
The interior displays several decorated rooms, each named after its dominant color and filled with artworks and furnishings that reflect how wealthy families of the time arranged their homes. These spaces show the tastes and values of the Medolago family and their social circle.
The building sits near Porta San Giacomo along the Venetian Walls and is accessible by public transportation from the city center. Access is relatively straightforward once you reach the steep streets of the Upper Town.
The five marble medallions between the floors were created in 1848 by sculptor Giovanni Maria Benzoni and depict scenes from a classical Italian epic poem. This artistic decoration was a display of the count's wealth and refined taste at the time.
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