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PLEDGED FOR RESTORATION 2003
Artist:
Simone Lagi
Date:
1620
Materials:
Frescoes
This
staircase is part of the old staircases of the Pontifical Palace that
were modified and enlarged at various times during the course of
centuries. The staircase
that today is known as the Staircase of Urban VIII was built much
earlier. For example,
already in 1513 it was used to carry the body of Pope Julius II from
his apartment to the Basilica of St. Peter’s for his funeral.
The staircase connects the papal apartments to the second and
third floor of the Apostolic Palace.
Simone
Lagi was an artist of the Cortonese School who also worked at Castel
Gandolfo in the Chapel of Urban VIII that was restored a few years ago.
Total
Cost: $130,00.00
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