Chiesa di Sant'Ivo alla Sapienza

Date
1642-1660
Work Type
Style/Period

Church dedicated to Saint Yves was already here in the 14th century in the palace of the University of Rome, “La Sapienza.” When the design was commissioned from Borromini he adapted the original form and merged the curved facade of the church with the courtyard.

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See Also
  • View of Sant'Ivo alla Sapienza looking east from the courtyard of Palazzo della Sapienza
  • View of the northern colonnade of Palazzo della Sapienza
  • View of Sant'Ivo alla Sapienza looking east from the courtyard of Palazzo della Sapienza
  • Exterior: View from courtyard, west of church