Abbazia di San Giorgio Maggiore

Abbey of San Giorgio Maggiore

Alternative Names

San Zorzi Mazór

Giorgio Cini Foundation

Date

founded 982; rebuilt 1559-1671

Parts

Basilica di San Giorgio Maggiore

Work Type

Notes

Complex has housed the Giorgio Cini Foundation since 1951.

References

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view of side entrance
detail: column capitals, main facade
detail: emblem, main facade
detail: late 16th c. bust of Doge Tribuno Memmo in niche, main facade
detail: columns, sculpture right of entrance
detail: columns, sculpture left of entrance
detail: side altar, bust and dedication
detail: side altar, bust and dedication
view of sculptures and column flanking altar
view of ceiling and interior of dome above main altar