Chiesa di Santa Maria del Giglio
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Opening on to a lovely square next to the Grand Canal, this church is a further example of Venetian Baroque extravagance. Commissioned by the Barbaro family, its façade exalts their generations of maritime and political triumphs, with crests, galleys and statues. Relief maps along the lower plinth depict Zara, Candia, Padua, Rome, Corfu and Spalato, the fortified cities where many family members had served. Works of art inside the church include Venice’s only canvas by the Flemish artist Rubens, depicting a curvaceous Madonna and child. Tintoretto’s contributions are the Evangelists adorning the doors of the organ.
Practical Information
Campo S Maria del Giglio, S Marco 3231
Open 10am–5pm Mon– Sat, 1–5pm Sun Admission charge
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