Summary of Bramante, et.al., Saint Peter's Basilica
Saint Peter's Basilica in Vatican City is the largest and most ornate space, commissioned by Pope Julius II in the early 16th century.
Originally built on the site of Nero's Circus and an ancient necropolis, it became a monument for Saint Peter.
Bramante, Raphael, Michelangelo, Maderno, and Bernini were key architects and artists involved in the construction and design of the basilica.
Bramante's initial design was a Greek cross with perfect geometric forms, but it was ultimately modified to a basilica format to accommodate more people and focus on the altar.
Michelangelo expanded on Bramante's ideas, particularly seen in the dome and exterior, before Baroque additions by Maderno and Bernini.
Bernini's additions include the baldacchino, the Cathedra Petri, and the extension of the front of the church to create Saint Peter's Square.
The collaborative efforts of these artists and architects over a century and a half resulted in the magnificent space of Saint Peter's Basilica.
Notable Quotes
— 00:59 — « Apparently quite small and humble. »
— 01:08 — « Given that job by Christ, himself. »
— 02:20 — « If you understand the mindset of the High Renaissance. »
— 02:45 — « And it was inscribed within a square, with this dome over the center, and smaller domes. »
— 03:23 — « What Michelangelo was able to do before the later Baroque additions was to expand on, simplify, and clarify Bramantes original ideas. »
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