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Peter’s
1605-19:
1547-64:
Architect: Maderno
Architect: Michelangelo
Patron: Paul V
Patron: Paul III
• Addition of a nave
• Affects choir end and dome • Concerned with functionality
• Michelangelo values the “truthfulness” and
as a church
“realness” Bramante was trying to achieve
o He expands upon Bramante’s design
o Edits it cleaner and simpler 1656-63:
o In line with his original values Architect: Bernini
• Seeking both aesthetic and structural Patron: Alexander VII
solutions, comes to double shell dome • Constructs the piazza
o (Michelangelo dies before dome • Finishing piece to puzzle
complete)