FaçadeGiacomo Della Porta · 1571

  • Creation date1571
  • MuseumIl Gesù

Giacomo Della Porta (1533 – 1602)

Giacomo della Porta (1533-1602) was a leading Italian Mannerist architect & sculptor of the late Renaissance. Known for the façade of Chiesa del Gesù, fountains, and contributions to St. Peter's Basilica. Influenced by Michelangelo & Vignola.

Il Gesù (Rome, Italy)

Experience the breathtaking Baciccia ceiling fresco at Il Gesù in Rome, a Baroque masterpiece of trompe-l'oeil artistry and Jesuit grandeur that invites you to discover the heart of the Counter-Reformation.


About this artwork

  • Title: Façade
  • Artist: Giacomo Della Porta
  • Year: 1571
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: Il Gesù
  • Main color: Espresso
  • Perceived brightness: balanced

Questions & Answers

Is "Façade" by Giacomo Della Porta kept in the artist's home country?

Yes - the artwork is kept in the artist's home country. The birth country of Giacomo Della Porta is Italy, and the museum holding the original of "Façade" is in Italy.

What was Giacomo Della Porta's age when "Façade" was created?

Giacomo Della Porta was 38 years old when creating "Façade" in 1571. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1533.

Can "Façade" by Giacomo Della Porta, held at the Il Gesù, be legally reproduced?

"Façade" by Giacomo Della Porta, held at the Il Gesù, is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. This status determines whether reproductions of the image may be made.

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