High Renaissance Architecture

PALAZZO
ALL ABOUT
FARNESE
R O M E , I T A L Y
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PALAZZO
FARNESE
HISTORY
HISTORY
HISTORY
ORIGINS The building was originally constructed as a private home
and then became property of the Farnese family
CONSTRUCTION

ARCHITECTS
The palace is nicknamed “il dado”
CURRENT USE (The Dice) because of its shape.

Cardinal Alessandro Farnese

HISTORY
HISTORY
ORIGINS
CONSTRUCTION 1515, the start of construction

ARCHITECTS 1534, the plan was enlarged, and the pace of work
increased.
CURRENT USE
HISTORY
HISTORY
ORIGINS

CONSTRUCTION

ARCHITECTS

CURRENT USE

Architects who contributed to the construction of Palazzo

Farnese
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HISTORY
ORIGINS

CONSTRUCTION

ARCHITECTS

CURRENT USE

Antonio da
Project's architect
Sangallo the
Younger originally started on 1517
Symmetrical and balanced design
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HISTORY
ORIGINS

CONSTRUCTION

ARCHITECTS

CURRENT USE

Michelangelo
1546
Buonarroti
Stronger sense of
emphasis
Commanding forces
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HISTORY
ORIGINS

CONSTRUCTION

ARCHITECTS

CURRENT USE

Jacopo Vignola
1550
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HISTORY
ORIGINS

CONSTRUCTION

ARCHITECTS

CURRENT USE

Giacomo della
Porta
1573
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HISTORY
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CONSTRUCTION

ARCHITECTS

CURRENT USE

Antonio da Michelangelo Jacopo Vignola Giacomo della

Sangallo the Buonarroti Porta
Younger
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HISTORY
ORIGINS

CONSTRUCTION

ARCHITECTS

CURRENT USE 1936 for a period of 99 years and currently serves as the
French embassy in Italy

UNESCO World Heritage Site

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PALAZZO
FARNESE
FLOOR PLAN
 Palazzo Farnese has four levels which consist of the Underground
(Sotterranei), Ground Floor (Piano Terra), Noble Floor (Piano Nobile), and the
Second Floor (Secondo Piano).
UNDERGROUND FLOOR
The underground floor was used
as a storage area for food and
wine
GROUND FLOOR
1 Magnificent rusticated masonry
lower facade
1 Magnificent rusticated masonry
lower facade
2 Vestibule
1 Magnificent rusticated masonry

2 Vestibule

3 Farnese Gallery
1 Magnificent rusticated masonry

2 Vestibule

3 Farnese Gallery

4 Courtyard
NOBLE FLOOR
1 Administrative purposes

2 Two symmetrical apartments

Official events

Banking hall
SECOND FLOOR
Residential area for the Farnese
family
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PALAZZO
FARNESE
CHARACTERS
These architectural characteristics collectively
make the Palazzo Farnese a masterpiece of
Renaissance architecture, showcasing the era's
commitment to classical ideals, balance, and
artistic expression.
CLASSICAL
DESIGN
features balanced
proportions, pilasters, and
columns
RUSTICATION
stone blocks, give the
impression of strength and
stability
TRIPARTITE
FACADE
emphasizing the horizontal
lines
CORNICES &
MOLDING
often made of marble, adorn
the exterior of the building
RECTANGULAR &
ARCHED
WINDOWS
arranged in a harmonious manner
with the entrance portal and
window frames
 COURTYARD
surrounded by arcades with
classical columns and sculptures,
creating a harmonious space
 FRESCOS
artistic and decorative significance
SYMMETRY
order and balance
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PALAZZO
FARNESE
FEATURES
Palazzo Farnese is not only an architectural
masterpiece but also a significant historical
and cultural site, representing the rich
heritage of the Renaissance era.
 SYMMETRY
reflecting the Renaissance's
emphasis on mathematical
precision and order.
 CLASSICAL
ELEMENTS
a hallmark of Renaissance
design.
 COURTYARD
offering both utility and
aesthetic appeal.
.
 USE OF MARBLE
white travertine marble
 FRESCOES
art, culture, and humanism
beautifully decorated and
reflect the attention to WINDOWS &
detail.
BALUSTRADES
 SYMMETRY CLASSICAL COURTYARD
ELEMENTS

USE OF MARBLE FRESCOES WINDOWS &

BALUSTRADES
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PALAZZO
FARNESE
MATERIALS
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TRAVERTINE
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MARBLE
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WOOD &
FRESCOES
INTERIOR
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TUFF STONE
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PALAZZO
FARNESE
DETAILS
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FARNESE
BLOW-UP
DETAILS
PIANO NOBILE-LEVEL WINDOW
 CORNICE
Michelangelo change Sangallo’s design to emphasize the building's horizontality
 RUSTICATED PORTAL
to establish a central focal point &
rusticated means where the texture
is still visible
OPEN PEDIMENT
with an arch window
 ALTERNATING
SEGMENTAL AND
TRIANGULAR
PEDIMENT
it emphasize variety
and rhythm & has a
rectangular window
 STRAIGHT
ENTABLATURE AND A
LARGE SCULPTURAL
COAT OF ARMS
ABOVE IT

Michelangelo change it into

straight entablature to
enhance the central focus
through diversity.

Coat of Arms with lily

designs as a symbol of the
Farnese family
 Annibale Carracci

TRIUMPH OF BACCHUS
AND ARIADNE
recalls the triumphal
processions of Ancient Rome
 THAT’S ALL, THANK YOU

GARCIA, DANIELA C.
GEPUIT, RUDY
MAMBAT, JOANNE
MOLINA, KAYE