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the inside of a church with high ceilings and paintings on the walls, along with pews

Church of Sant'Ignazio, Rome, Italy The Church of Saint Ignatius of Loyola in Campo Marzio, widely known as the Church of Sant'Ignazio, has a rich history dating back to the 17th century. Construction began in 1626 under the patronage of Pope Gregory XV, and the church was consecrated in 1722. The building was designed by architect Filippo Raguzzini and features a distinctive Baroque style with an impressive dome and a majestic interior adorned with frescoes, marble, and stucco. It is...

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an old building with a green dome on top

Explore the captivating allure of Baroque architecture with this exquisite Pinterest pin From its mesmerizing exterior to intricate interior details experience the aesthetic beauty of Italian Baroque design Discover elegant wallpapers drawings and artworks inspired by Baroque style perfect for creating a sophisticated aesthetic on your desktop Immerse yourself in the artistic legacy of French and Italian Baroque influences in this stunning collection

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an ornate ceiling with many paintings on it

The frescoes adorning the ceiling of the **Chiesa di Sant'Ignazio di Loyola** in Rome are one of the most spectacular works of Baroque art. Painted by **Andrea Pozzo** between 1685 and 1694, they exemplify masterful illusionistic perspective. The central element of the painting is the **apotheosis of St. Ignatius of Loyola**, the founder of the Jesuit order. The saint is depicted ascending toward heaven, surrounded by angels and other saints. The illusionary dome, though not actually…

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the inside of an old church with people walking through it and statues on the walls

"The Church of Saint Nicholas (Czech: Kostel svatého Mikuláše) is a Baroque church in the Lesser Town of Prague. It was built between 1704 and 1755 on the site where formerly a Gothic church from the 13th century stood, which was also dedicated to Saint Nicholas. It has been described as the greatest example of Prague Baroque. The original Gothic Parish church of Saint Nicholas which dated from the 13th century, stood on the site of the present church. Sometime after 1620, it was given to…

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