Chiostro del Bramante, Renaissance art museum at Santa Maria della Pace, Rome, Italy
Description
The Chiostro del Bramante is a two-story cloister with four arches on each side, supported by Ionic columns and decorated with Corinthian pilasters. The structure encloses a central garden and now functions as an exhibition space while preserving its original architectural details.
History
A cardinal commissioned architect Donato Bramante in 1500 to design this cloister, marking the start of Roman High Renaissance architecture. The building stands as an early example of this artistic movement in the city.
Culture
The cloister serves as a meeting point for art and history, where contemporary exhibitions unfold within the original Renaissance setting. Visitors experience the contrast between modern artistic expression and the space's original purpose as a contemplative retreat.
Practical
Access to the cloister is through the adjacent Santa Maria della Pace church, and visiting outside peak hours allows for a more relaxed experience. The cafeteria provides a comfortable spot to rest with views of the surrounding columns.
Did you know?
Stone seats are built into the pillars of the upper gallery, left from when monks sat there daily to pray. These modest features reveal how the space was originally used.
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