Grands artistes et architectes à Rome

Borromini: a particular figure of the Baroque in Rome

Francesco Borromini (1599 – 1667), a major architect of the Roman Baroque, developed an original style by transforming classical forms with a strong geometric dimension. He designed the church of San Carlo alle Quattro Fontane, a Baroque masterpiece. A rival of Bernini, his career was marked by tensions and melancholy. His influence remained limited in his time, but his work was rediscovered from the 19th century onward.

Raphael in Rome: a genius of the Renaissance

Raffael (1483-1520), eine ikonische Figur der Renaissance, hat in Rom einen bleibenden Eindruck im künstlerischen und architektonischen Bereich hinterlassen, wie z. B.
seine bedeutenden Fresken im Vatikan und in der Villa Farnesina, mit einem Stil, der eine feine Linienführung und Farbbeherrschung miteinander verbindet und den Manierismus auslöst. Viele seiner Werke sind in Rom und Museen zu sehen.

Caravaggio: the master of chiaroscuro in Rome

Portrait de Caravage Par Ottavio Leoni, 1621 Caravaggio (1571–1610) revolutionized painting by combining realism with dramatic use of chiaroscuro, leaving a lasting influence on the Baroque. Trained in Milan before rising to prominence in Rome, he experienced a rapid ascent thanks to powerful patrons. His violent temperament forced him into exile after a murder, taking him to Naples, Malta, and Sicily. Today, his masterpieces can be seen in several churches and museums in Rome, illustrating his major impact on the history of art.

Bernini: major baroque artist in Rome

Gian Lorenzo Bernini (1598-1680), bedeutende Figur des römischen Barocks, herausragend in Bildhauerei, Architektur und Malerei. Seine vom Theater beeinflusste Kunst zeichnet sich durch Bewegung und spektakuläre Effekte aus. Er arbeitete unter mehreren Päpsten und gestaltete Rom mit ikonischen Werken wie der Kolonnaden von St. Peter und dem Brunnen der vier Flüsse. Viele seiner Werke befinden sich in Palästen, Kirchen und Museen.

Michelangelo in Rome

Michelangelo (1475–1564), an iconic artist of the Renaissance, excelled in sculpture, painting, architecture, and poetry. He developed a style characterized by anatomical realism and expressive intensity. In Rome, he created major works such as the Pietà and the frescoes of the Sistine Chapel. His influence left a lasting mark on art history, inspiring generations of artists. A perfectionist and solitary figure, he left behind a considerable legacy.