Scuola Grande di San Giovanni Evangelista

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Scuola Grande di San Giovanni Evangelista, Renaissance guildhall in San Polo, Venice, Italy.

The building features a Gothic marble facade, double staircase, and grand halls decorated with intricate frescoes and architectural details from multiple periods.

Founded in 1261 by flagellants, the confraternity received a piece of the True Cross in 1369, which increased its influence among Venetian institutions.

The halls contain artworks depicting the Miracles of the True Cross by Renaissance painters Vittore Carpaccio and Gentile Bellini from the 15th century.

The building stands at coordinates 45.438333, 12.326111 in Venice and welcomes visitors for guided tours and cultural events throughout the year.

The double staircase, designed by architect Mauro Codussi, represents an early example of Renaissance architecture in Venice from the late 15th century.

Location: Venice

Architects: Mauro Codussi, Pietro Lombardo, Giorgio Massari, Bernardino Maccarucci

Architectural style: Renaissance architecture, Gothic architecture, baroque architecture

Website: http://scuolasangiovanni.it

GPS coordinates: 45.43833,12.32611

Latest update: March 14, 2025 04:55

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