Neapolitan Baroque architecture
GPTKB entity
Statements (52)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:architecture
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| gptkbp:associated_with |
gptkb:architect
gptkb:Giovanni_Battista_Vaccarini gptkb:Francesco_Solimena Cosimo Fanzago |
| gptkbp:characterized_by |
ornate decoration
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| gptkbp:developed_by |
17th century
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| gptkbp:features |
gptkb:frescoes
sculptural elements curvilinear forms dramatic contrasts of light and shadow |
| gptkbp:has |
gptkb:historical_significance
artistic significance |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Neapolitan Baroque architecture
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| gptkbp:includes |
gptkb:church
palaces |
| gptkbp:influenced |
Neapolitan culture
Neapolitan art |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
Italian Baroque
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| gptkbp:is |
a tourist attraction
recognized by UNESCO a subject of study an expression of faith part of the Baroque movement a reflection of the Counter-Reformation a subset of Baroque architecture an expression of artistic innovation an expression of power an expression of wealth an important part of Neapolitan identity often featured in art history books often referenced in architectural critiques often studied in architecture courses |
| gptkbp:notable_examples |
gptkb:San_Lorenzo_Maggiore
gptkb:Royal_Palace_of_Naples gptkb:San_Domenico_Maggiore gptkb:Santa_Maria_della_Vittoria gptkb:Church_of_Gesù_Nuovo |
| gptkbp:often_features |
gptkb:chapel
domes balconies grand staircases elaborate altars |
| gptkbp:often_includes |
religious themes
symbolism theatrical elements mythological themes |
| gptkbp:originated_in |
gptkb:Naples
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| gptkbp:represents |
cultural heritage of Naples
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Naples_monarchy
gptkb:Cappella_Sansevero |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
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