Pope Urban VIII

Pope and patron of Baroque art

Pope Urban VIII - Pope and patron of Baroque art
Born

April 5th, 1568
457 years ago

Died

July 29th, 1644
381 years ago — 76 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Italy

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Served as Pope from 1623 to 1644. Oversaw a period marked by significant artistic achievement and the consolidation of papal power. Urban VIII initiated numerous architectural projects in Rome, including the completion of St. Peter's Basilica, and his papacy is often associated with the flourishing of Baroque art, influencing artists such as Gian Lorenzo Bernini. He also formulated policies in response to the Thirty Years' War, which affected Europe during his tenure.

Commissioned the construction of the Baldachin at St. Peter's Basilica

Patronized artists including Gian Lorenzo Bernini

Strengthened the papacy during tumultuous political times

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