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Portrait of Borromini, Francesco

Borromini, Francesco

1599–1667

Nationality: Switzerland
Born: 1599, Bissone
Died: 1667, Rome
Gender: male

Movements

Baroque

Occupations

stonemason
sculptor
draftsperson
architect
engineer
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Biography

He was the son and student of Giovanni Domenico Castello-Brumino, a builder in the service of the Visconti family of Milan. Born at Castelli, he took his mother's maiden name of Borromini to distinguish himself from numerous Castelli relatives. Borromini moved to Rome in late 1619. Along with the work of Bernini, his buildings are the epitome of Roman High Baroque architecture. Important projects include S. Carlo alle Quattro Fontane, Oratory of S. Filippo Neri, and the Lateran Basilica. Comment on works: architect

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Notable Works

  • Saint Charles at the Four Fountains