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Trained in Florence under sculptor Andrea Sansovino, whose name he adopted in homage, Jacopo (1486–1570) fled to Venice to escape the sacking of Rome. Of his outstanding architecture are the Libreria and Zecca (see Piazza San Marco).

Regarded as one of the most influential architects of the western world, Palladio (1508– 80) designed many Classical villas in the Veneto, along with the churches of Redentore and San Giorgio Maggiore in Venice.

The majestic Santa Maria della Salute, designed at the age of 26, is Longhena’s (1598–1682) masterpiece, but his flamboyant style is recognizable in numerous churches and palaces, notably Ca’ Rezzonico (see Ca’ Rezzonico).

A native of Lombardy, sculptor Pietro (1435–1515) took over as director of works at the Doge’s Palace when Antonio Rizzo fled, accused of embezzlement. His trademark is a leafy bas-relief pattern, also seen on his Renaissance masterpiece, Santa Maria dei Miracoli (see Santa Maria dei Miracoli).

The Renaissance designs of Lombard native Coducci (c.1440– 1504) can be seen in the shape of Palazzo Vendramin-Calergi (see Casinò Municipale, Palazzo Vendramin-Calergi) and the churches of San Zaccaria and San Michele.

Gothic sculptor and architect Bon’s (1374–1464) designs were the basis for the church and Scuola di San Rocco. With his son Giovanni, he was also responsible for the Ca’ d’Oro (see Ca’ d’Oro).

Original military fortification designs by this Mannerist architect (1484–1559) are to be found on the former Venetian islands of Crete and Cyprus, as well as monumental portals in his home town Verona (see Verona Arena).

Renowned for the landmark Rialto bridge (see Rialto Market), this engineer and architect (1512–95) also made numerous contributions to the Doge’s Palace (see Doge’s Palace).

In Venice, French-inspired Selva (1757–1819) is best remembered for the elegant Fenice theatre, though he also played a hand in works of the Napoleonic era including restructuring the Accademia Galleries.

Modernist Scarpa (1906–78) admirably reorganized both the Accademia collection and the Querini Stampalia along Japanese-inspired lines.